Life, 1886-07-01 · page 18 of 18
Life — July 1, 1886 — page 18: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily **advertising**, not political satire. It contains four Victorian-era product advertisements: 1. **Binge's Food for Infants and Invalids** — a nutritional product sold in multiple can sizes, claiming to be "the best" food available. 2. **Le Page's Liquid Glue** — advertised as "the strongest glue in the world," useful for household repairs of furniture, glass, china, books, etc. 3. **Colton's Select Flavors** — extracts (lemon, vanilla, orange, etc.) endorsed by numerous high-end hotels like those in Saratoga Springs and the Catskills, emphasizing purity and strength. 4. **Wood's Ladies' Blacking** — shoe polish that won a gold medal at the World's Exposition in New Orleans, claiming superior quality over competitors. The page reflects late 19th-century advertising strategy: testimonials from prestigious establishments, claims of awards and superiority, and emphasis on product quality. There is no political cartoon or satirical content visible.
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