Judge, 1928-03-17 · page 2 of 36
Judge — March 17, 1928 — page 2: what you’re looking at
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# Analysis This page is primarily **advertising, not political satire**. It promotes Corona typewriters made by L.C. Smith & Corona Typewriters Inc. (established 1903, Syracuse, NY). The humor is commercial rather than political: the ad playfully asks "Does your typewriter match your pajamas?" — suggesting typewriters came in decorative colors that could coordinate with bedroom decor. The accompanying illustration shows a woman in bed writing intimate notes on a Corona. This reflects 1920s-30s marketing that positioned typewriters as stylish consumer goods for domestic use, particularly targeting women. The tagline "Corona in colors!" emphasizes color variety as a selling point. The cartoon contains **no political content** — it's a lifestyle advertisement appealing to leisure and romance.
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Write us today for a free copy of this illustrated folder showing the new Duco finish Coronas in actual colors. Corona in colors! [Bruce Green] Does your typewriter match your pajamas? HERE'S one best time to write those intimate little "Tirvces that breathe happiness—and love—and maybe a few choice bits of gossip. That time is morning — all comfy cozy in bed, while the sun streams in the window. Of course, you don’t dave to stay in bed to use Corona! But you can get Corona in a smart color that harmonizes with — well, anything. Drop into the Corona store and select a Corona that matches your own pet color scheme. Convement monthly terms if you so desire. LC Smith & Corona Typewriters Inc Fstablished 1903 Sales offices in principal cities of the world 310 E Washington Street, Syracuse, N.Y. LC Smith — the Ball-Bear- ing Office Machine, Its light touch and easy action increase output, eliminate fatigue. comicbooks.com