Life, 1901-12-05 · page 2 of 20
Life — December 5, 1901 — page 2: what you’re looking at
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# Analysis This page is primarily **advertising rather than editorial content**. It consists of three promotional notices for publications: 1. **"The Pines of Lory"** — a new story by J.A. Mitchell, published by Life Publishing Company ($1.50) 2. **"The Theatre" magazine** — Christmas issue advertisement featuring Maude Adams in "Quality Street," priced at 25 cents 3. **"Life" Christmas Number** — promoting the upcoming 100th issue (dated December 26th). The advertisement highlights it will be special, heavily illustrated, and feature contributions from notable writers. Priced at 25 cents. The decorative illustrations are generic period artwork — a cherub with rain, and a classical female portrait — used as ornamental design rather than satirical commentary. **No political satire or cartoon commentary appears on this page.** It represents typical early 1900s magazine advertising.
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s of Lory A New Story ny J. A. MITCHELL Author of “ Amos Judd,” “ That First Affair,” “ Gloria Victis,” Ete. DECORATIVE DESIGNS BY A. D, BLASHFIELD BOUND IN GREEN AND COLD. PRICE, $1.50 On this tsiand the love story of past and present Is Ideallzed by real people in & practical way that warms the pulse of the reader, The author bas written ® story that will help and not harrow the best feelings of which the heart ts capa- ble.—St. Louis Republic. It wins the affections of all who love lovers.— Washington Evening Star. ‘The book onght materially to increase the reputation of the author of * Amos Judd."—New York Evening Sun, Mr, Mitchell scores aguin.—New York Wortd. The story ts very attractively told ; and what might have been a very risqué situation ts saved by the delicacy of Its wreatment.—PAtladelphia Times. LIFE PUBLISHING COMPANY 19 West Thirty-first St., NEW YORK CITY JUST OUT! THE CHRISTMAS NUMBER OF THE THEATRE Illustrated Monthly Magazine for Playgoers The most superb number of this artistic magazine yet issued. Cover in 12 colors heavily decorated with gold, represents Maude Adams in “ Quality Street.” TWO EXTRA COLORED PLATES OVER 100 PICTURES 50 PAGES OF READING MATTER Articles by Notable Contributors, Including Justin Huntly McCarthy, Julia Marlowe, Mrs. Fiske, J. E. Dodson, Alfred Ayers, Kate Masterson, August Spanuth, etc., etc. 25 CENTS A COPY $2.50 A YEAR Publishers: Meyer Bros. & Co., 26 West 33d St., New York NOW READY Ghe Christmas Number *“ LIFE’ sreciaL. * CARTOON By C. D. GIBSON THE $200 PRIZE STORY “MISS GAY'S DIPLOMACY "—By Kate Jordan Copyright, 1900, by Life Publishing Co. Manpeowety irmoonarneD COVER INCOLORS & By WM. D. L. DODGE POEMS, STORITS AND PICTURES BY Life's Clever Staff of Contributors Tho number will be printed on heavy paper in the best style known to the typographic art, and both pictures and letter press will be up to “LIFE’S " usual standard PRICE, 25 CENTS | | TO EVERYBODY. HE roooth number of Lire is approaching. Preparations are now in progress for the cele- bration of this momentous event. This number, dated December 26th, will be issued the day before Christmas. at It will be the regular issue of BB? that week, containing many more ia %p) pages than usual, and richly illus i. <. \ trated and embellished by many ay portraits, also by such historical persiflage as will convey to Lire’s readers some idea of his exper 5 ence in arriving at his present estate. A cover of special import has been designed by Mr. Gibson for this unique publication. This 1oooth number, a tribute to those who have made the paper what it is, will prove of exceptional inter- est to all who have followed Lire’s career. COPYRIGHT FOR GREAT BRITAIN BY JAMES HENOEREON UNOER THE ACT OF 1801.