Judge — March 17, 1928 — page 23: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page collects theatrical gossip and anecdotes about Broadway figures from the early 20th century. The cartoons satirize showbiz personalities through exaggerated caricatures and crude drawings typical of Judge's style. Key references include: - **Elinor Glyn**: A famous novelist/screenwriter known for romantic comedies - **Mabel Elaine, Jack Sheehan, Dario Bacon**: Appear to be theater personalities of the era - The jokes revolve around romantic misunderstandings, drinking ("Double Brandies," "Sham Pains"), and theatrical banter The humor relies on period-specific theatrical gossip and wordplay that would've amused contemporary readers familiar with these performers. References to "tiller girls" (chorus dancers) and nightclub scenes reflect Jazz Age entertainment culture. Without clearer identification of all figures, the specific satirical points remain partially obscure to modern readers unfamiliar with 1920s-era Broadway society.