Judge, 1931-08-15 · page 13 of 36
Judge — August 15, 1931 — page 13: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
# Judge Magazine Page Analysis This appears to be a single cartoon titled "Judge" showing a large, menacing cat surrounded by numerous small striped figures (likely cats or kittens). The caption reads "Hey, Mama! Kitty's come back!" The satire likely uses the cat as a metaphor for a threatening force or unwelcome return—possibly political or social commentary relevant to when Judge magazine published. The swarming smaller figures suggest either offspring, followers, or multiplication of a problem. Without knowing the specific publication date, the exact political reference remains unclear. However, Judge magazine (1881-1939) frequently used animal metaphors for political figures and social anxieties. The "mama" reference and the cat's return suggest a commentary on something returning to cause disruption or concern in American society during this period.
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Machine-transcribed from the original scan — historical spelling and the odd misread are preserved.
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