Judge, 1929-06-15 · page 6 of 36
Judge — June 15, 1929 — page 6: what you’re looking at
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# Analysis This page is primarily **advertising content** rather than political satire. The headline "THE POCONO MOUNTAINS: When Better Mountains Are Built, Pocono Will Build Them" promotes vacation resorts in Pennsylvania's Pocono region. The left side features a statue labeled "Sitting Bull, chief of the Pocono Indian Reservation," which appears to be a novelty or kitsch element of the resort's Native American-themed attractions. The text mentions purchasing "Indian relics" from the hotel. The page advertises specific lodges—Mount Sonny Boy and Post Lodge—highlighting amenities like golf courses, dining facilities, and scenic views. The photographs show guests enjoying outdoor activities and leisure accommodations. Rather than satire, this represents early 20th-century resort marketing that incorporated stereotyped Native American imagery as entertainment value for wealthy tourists.
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JUDGE 3 # # # ' THE POCONO MOUNTAINS # When Better Mountains Are Built, Pocono Will Build Them EY 8 Each mountain in the Poconos is admirably situated and equipped with a all modern improvements. Mount Sonny Boy was established in 1858 at an altitude of % 78 fect. high among the whispering baritones and swaying hemlocks of Pennsylvania. Each 8 pine tree is equipped with sticky resin and up-to-date verandas. Our trout streams i # lighted by electricity so you can untangle your line on the darkest night. Take delight- ful walks with the chambermaids to picturesque Ratatatat. Hungarian-American cuisine (observing Jewish Dietary laws with a can-opener), prepared as only our chef, L. M. Stidd, can prepare it. Spring-fed Lake Kinnetah, 3 miles long, one mile across and knee deep in muck. Milk-fed chicken, 3 years old, one mile away and tough as hell. Fall off our rotten verandas into mosquito-infested flower-beds. Ab solutely pure running soap and water in all rooms. ach room contains an automatic transom and a magnifying glass in the keyhole. Fresh bread and butter from Fickett County's most modern dairy. Magnificent views from. the Sitting Bull, chief of the Pocono Indian I vation, extends a cordial welcome to his pail-faced brothers. Nava; blankets, sheets, pillow-cases, towels, ete., can be purchased Ratt) from the Indians at any near- tack Stoop (2 for 5e, hand tinted). # % by-hotel., Make: your reserva- Partly open during the Summer “ tion today. L. M. Stidd, Prop. L. M. Stidd, Bell Capt. 1. M. Stidd, Chef z % LL. M. Stidd, Porter % % POST LODGE z Maid in the Poconos PTS MOTT TMM TIS MOOR TSTMS este! Ess ® % In the center of Pocono Valley lies this delightful eighteen-hole z % Lakeview Golf Club. Step into any hole on the course, and you're over Post Lodge, delightfully situa- 3 your head. He: en the expert will find ideal surroundings to perfect ted, 2,000 feet above sea level. ‘! # his slice and improve his breast stroke. Lak > Invit WW Broad piazzas, beautiful scen- t you need for an ideal vacation is a niblick and a bath towel. ery, ample sitting room. Ke comicbooks.com