Judge, 1931-03-07 · page 4 of 36
Judge — March 7, 1931 — page 4: what you’re looking at
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# Analysis This is primarily a **Dobbs Hats advertisement**, not political satire. The page shows well-dressed men and a woman in what appears to be a hat shop or showroom setting, circa early 20th century. The ad emphasizes that Dobbs Hats are "made by hand" and claims they offer "long and comfortable wear" with "correctness of style." Two specific hat styles are mentioned: - **Dewey**: designed for oval head shapes - **Drummond**: featuring a snap brim described as "pliable and soft" The ad targets "gentlemen of exacting and discriminating taste" and notes that Dobbs cravats also reflect current fashion trends. The decorative border and illustration style are typical of Judge magazine advertisements from this era. There is no discernible political commentary—it's purely commercial marketing.
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Dobbs Hats are made by hand. By hand alone can long and comfortable wear... correctness of style... be fashioned into felt. Here are two new Dobbs Hats, from the benches of master hatters, for gentlemen of exacting and discriminating taste. DEWEY, on the right, is made on the long oval block for those who require this par- ticular head shape for ease of fit. DRUMMOND, with snap brim, pliable and soft, yields to the mood of the wearer. Dobbs Cravats accurately reflect the correct trend in color and weave. S| H A T §S FIFTH AVENUE AT 571tn STREET, NEW YORK CITY Exclusive Representatives in all the Principal Cities ULL comicbooks.com