Judge — August 11, 1928 — page 14: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This cartoon titled "It's a Good Trick If He Can Do It" depicts a well-dressed man in formal attire performing a magic trick. He's holding up what appears to be a rabbit or similar creature pulled from a pot labeled "SMITH" (visible on the table). The satire likely references a political figure or public official named Smith attempting an impressive feat or making an unlikely promise. The "magic trick" metaphor suggests skepticism about whether the person can actually accomplish what they claim. The formal dinner setting and magician's presentation imply this is commentary on political showmanship or deception—the cartoon's point being that such "tricks" are difficult to pull off successfully. Without knowing the specific date of publication, the exact Smith referenced remains unclear.