Judge, 1931-02-21 · page 2 of 36
Judge — February 21, 1931 — page 2: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
# Analysis This page is primarily **advertising for a guidebook**, not satirical content. It promotes "Dining in New York: An Intimate Guide" by Rian James—a 266-page restaurant guide selling for $2.50. The illustrated figures (men in formal attire with clipboards) are generic representations of the author or informed guides, not political caricatures. They frame the book as an authoritative resource. The endorsement from "Walter Winchell" (a famous gossip columnist of the era) lends credibility. The text emphasizes the book covers 125 selected restaurants with details about "what, when, where and how much"—practical information for New Yorkers and visitors. The bottom section includes an order form from the John Day Company publisher. This is essentially a **vintage advertisement**, not satirical commentary.
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“It is indeed A BLESSED EVENT’ —says WALTER WINCHELL W war is this thing that sets The Winch upon his famous ear; that half the town does rave about and toasts with honest beer? Well, by the holy chops of St. Pancreas, we tried to be prosaic about this thing. We cleaned the Corona with Kummel—for inspiration; drove out the cat, and tightened our belt. If you have napkins, prepare to use them now! Now, right off the arm, if you live within fifty miles of New York— you're our man. If you ever come to New York, if you might conceivably come to New York, or if you know anybody who is planning a trip to New York—listen : DINING IN NEW YORK was written by Rian James, after 70,000 people had written him for information concerning New York's 19,000 restaurants. From this amazing number Rian James has chosen 125—the best, the most famous, the most original; in short, those which, by reason of superior cuisine, entertainment, or atmosphere, stand out—high, wide and apart. Here is all the detailed information—the what, when, where, and how much—that no native New Yorker can tell you. Included are sections on night clubs, Harlem, The Village, Yorkville, wines and tip- ping, cocktail recipes and—well, many other things. DINING IN NEW YORK is a godsend to the native son (or daughter), the visitor, the casual diner or the gourmet. Here are man’s greatest mas- terpieces—from Crépe Suzettes to Irish Stew, from Bouillabaise to Sauer- braten, from Moule Mariniere to Beef 4 la Strogonoff. . . . DINING IN NEW YORK An Intimate Guide BY RIAN JAMES 266 PAGES $2.50 THE JOHN DAY COMPANY 386 FOURTH AVE. NEW YORK Dear John: If you aren't fooling, and your book DINING IN NEW YORK, by Rian James, is really the lowdown on where to get what and how much it'll cost. . oh, boy, cam I use it! Sincerely, I am enclosing dollars for..........copies -------------} r ] i] ] ! | | | | | | | | | | | | | ] ] ! | ! | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | ] | ] i] | | | | ] | | | | | | comicbooks.com