Captain Billy's Whiz Bang, May 1922 · page 33 of 68
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This page from *Captain Billy's Whiz Bang* contains several short humorous pieces rather than cartoons. The content includes: 1. **"More Truth Than Poultry"** — A quip comparing women to eggs, suggesting inner qualities can't be judged by appearance. 2. **"Here's Ho, Ham"** — A poem describing drunkenness, where someone is "cuckooed" (intoxicated). 3. **"S'Deep Stuff"** — A brief observation contrasting gamblers with thrill-seekers. 4. **"They're Hard to Please"** — Anecdotes about disappointing romantic relationships. 5. **"Strict Interpretation"** — A joke about railroad regulations, where a conductor misinterprets a porter's actions based on literal rule-reading. The magazine specialized in risqué humor and quick gags. These pieces reflect 1920s-era attitudes toward alcohol, romance, and workplace absurdity—typical content for this popular but now-obscure satirical publication.
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