Captain Billy's Whiz Bang #19 — page 65: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains four humorous short pieces rather than political cartoons: 1. **"Excuse Me"**: A child's prayer interrupted by his sister tickling his feet, leading to his request for divine permission to retaliate—gentle family humor. 2. **"Objection Sustained"**: Satire of Navy uniform styling, where a young woman complains that sailors' loose-fitting trousers tickle her ankles while dancing, requesting uniform redesign. This mocks both overly formal military bureaucracy and the frivolous nature of some civilian complaints. 3. **"There Are Others"**: Sentimental verse about unexpressed love, followed by an aphorism comparing ambition to swimming upstream versus retreating like a crab. 4. A promotional notice for the next issue. The page reflects 1920s social humor, particularly regarding military culture and courtship customs.