Judge, 1929-04-06 · page 33 of 36
Judge — April 6, 1929 — page 33: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page mixes humor, advertising, and social commentary typical of 1920s Judge magazine. **Top cartoon ("Passing Show")**: A comic dialogue about whisky—likely referencing Prohibition-era hypocrisy, where wealthy people like "Mrs. Merryview" continued drinking illegally while publicly condemning it. **"Judging the Movies" section**: Film criticism commentary, including a reference to Buster Keaton's *The Cameraman*. The writer makes jokes about silent film quality and editorial standards. **Statler Hotels advertisement**: Promotes these hotels as modern and ahead of their time, highlighting contemporary luxuries (radio in rooms, private baths, circulating ice water). This reflects 1920s enthusiasm for technological progress. **Bottom cartoons**: Include mild humor about orchestra musicians and a mishap with cleaning fluid—the latter being an advertisement for Carbona brand, emphasizing its safety (non-flammable). The page overall reflects Jazz Age consumer culture and light satire, with advertising integrated throughout.
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