Judge — October 14, 1922 — page 23: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a **Kelly brand tire advertisement**, not political satire. The page features a woman posed inside a large tire, smiling and adjusting her hat. A small monkey or ape sits atop the tire. The tagline reads "Keep smiling with Kellys" and includes the sales pitch "Now it costs no more to buy or" Kelly (text appears cut off). The advertisement uses the then-common advertising strategy of combining an attractive woman with an animal character to create a memorable, whimsical image designed to appeal to consumers. The "keep smiling" message suggests Kelly tires are reliable and affordable—conveying that purchasing them is a source of happiness. This represents typical early-to-mid 20th century American product advertising rather than political commentary.