Judge, 1931-08-22 · page 2 of 36
Judge — August 22, 1931 — page 2: what you’re looking at
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# Analysis This page is **primarily an advertisement**, not a political cartoon. It advertises Ethyl Gasoline, a fuel additive product from the Ethyl Gasoline Corporation in New York City. The "Dart Away with ETHYL" headline uses a mackerel illustration as a metaphor for speed and control—comparing the fish's perfect body control and power to how Ethyl fluid controls gasoline combustion in engines. The ad claims Ethyl prevents engine "knock" and overheating while delivering smooth, quick acceleration. This represents **1920s consumer advertising**, where companies used vivid imagery and scientific-sounding claims to market automotive products during the early automobile era. The page contains no political satire or social commentary—it's straightforward product promotion in a magazine context.
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carl Stway wilh EYUYE FOR SUMY "ING T i i ¢ IMER DRIVING The mackerel is probably the fastest fish of its size. Every ounce of power in its body and tail is perfectly controlled. To put the dd to the premium fuel-an it ecery month of the year, power of gasoline under control, leading refiners add Ethyl fluid. This prevents the hurried explosions that cause power-waste, harmful “knock” and overheating. It delivers a smoothly increasing pressure to the pistons that sends you darting ahead quickly, easily and quietly, Try Ethyl. It makes any car run bet- ter. Ethyl Gasoline Corporation, New York City. ©x.c.c. 1931 ETHYL GASOLINE comicbooks.com