Judge, 1935-05 · page 7 of 36
Judge — May 1935 — page 7: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
# Analysis The top cartoon satirizes political protesters demanding "DOWN WIT DE GUVERNMINT!" One figure holds a torch labeled "ANARCHY," while officials and police surround the agitator. The caption notes he got the idea from "Huey Long," suggesting this mocks populist or radical political movements of the 1930s. The joke implies such protesters are dangerous firebrands whose rhetoric spreads recklessly. The bottom section, "The Accident," presents an escalating dispute between two drivers over a car collision. A series of letters shows how a minor fender-bender transforms into legal threats and a $10,000 lawsuit threat. The accompanying cartoon illustrates a woman catching a man stealing her jewelry, captioning his hypocrisy. Together, this satirizes how litigation and mutual accusation spiral from simple disputes into absurdity.
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“He got the idea from Huey Long, but he can’t afford to talk very long yet!” The Accident “D JCEDLY sorry, old chap—all my fault—guess I was going too fast—Name’s Jones—let me have your address—got insurance—you'll be paid!” One Weex Later “Dear Sir: As a matter of form—at what speed were you traveling when we hit? Found my car damaged more than I had expected. Yours sincerely, G. J. Jones.” Two Weexs Later “Dear Sir: How recently had your headlights been tested for glare, prior to accident? Had you been drink- ing at all? Believe you could have avoided hitting me had you been going slower. Kindly fill out enclosed blank d return to James and James, Lawyers. Yours truly, G. J. Jones.” Turee Weeks Later “Dear Sir: Your testimony shows that you were ex- ceeding the official state speed limit. Do not wish to be disagreeable about matter. Am enclosing itemized bill for damages to my car. Will consider matter closed upon receipt of check. Yours truly, G. J. Jones.” Four Weeks Later “Dear Sir: It has now been a month since you de- liberately ran into me. I have received no reimbursement for damages sustained to my car. Therefore, on the basis of reckless driving, speeding and improperly adjusted headlights, I am starting suit for $10,000 immediately. 1 am doing this upon advice of lawyers and as a warning to drivers of your ilk who imperil the lives of innocent citizens of this country. Yours truly, G. J. Jones.” “And right from under my nose he steals two bracelets and my silk lace scanties!” comicbooks.com