Judge, 1931-03-14 · page 2 of 36
Judge — March 14, 1931 — page 2: what you’re looking at
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# Auburn Automobile Advertisement This page is primarily a **car advertisement**, not political satire. It promotes Auburn automobiles, manufactured in Auburn, Indiana. The ad features two vintage cars (appearing to be from the 1920s-30s) and includes an illustration of well-dressed people in an automobile, emphasizing luxury and respectability. The accompanying text uses moralistic language about reputation ("a Good Name") to position Auburn cars as vehicles that enhance one's social standing and character. The phrase "Powered by Lycoming" refers to the engine manufacturer. The small print lists various Auburn model options and prices, indicating this is a straightforward commercial advertisement rather than satirical content. Judge magazine, while primarily satirical, regularly included such advertisements to fund publication.
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NBOBOSONSo * ISS <x IO HO: 3 OF NROBROIA ‘Custom models 8-98 A: Phaeton Sedan $1345. All custom models include Free Wheeling. Standard models & 98 $.pass. 2-door Brougham $945; ¢-door Pull Sedan $995 Convert" ible Cabrioter $1045: Convertible Phacton Sedan $1148, Businen Man's Coupe $995. All'prices {-0,b Connerwille, Indiana. Equipment other than ‘wandard, at extra cost. $ It has remained throughout all history, the most prized of man’s possessions—a Good Name! Mere money cannot purchase it, nor can this surpass- ing reward be had for the claiming. To be won, it must be deserved, and it can be held only through keeping faith. Five brand-new Straight Eight Models have been created, not simply for the temporary aim of excelling competition, but for the enduring purpose of adding new luster to, and wider confidence in, the good name of Auburn. Ali Custom Models Have Free Wheeling AUBURN AUTOMOBILE COMPANY, AUBURN, INDIANA ANIBNIKN POWERED BY LYCOMING ss. 2-door Brougham $1145; Business Man's Coupe $1195; Convertible Cabriolet $1245; ¢door Full Sedan $1195; Convertible comicbooks.com