Judge — November 30, 1929 — page 1: what you’re looking at

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# "Babes in the Wood" - Judge Magazine Cartoon This cartoon illustrates the classic fairy tale "Babes in the Wood," where two lost children perish in a forest. The image shows a woman peering from behind wooden slats (suggesting a coffin or enclosure) with two figures below displaying their legs prominently. The caption "BABES IN THE WOOD" indicates this is likely a satirical commentary using the fairy tale as allegory. The composition suggests commentary on vulnerability, abandonment, or peril—possibly referencing contemporary social or political issues affecting women or children. The suggestive pose and the magazine's satirical nature suggest this may be social commentary on exploitation or endangerment, though the specific historical reference requires additional context to definitively identify the intended targets or scandal being mocked.