Life, 1902-10-09 · page 3 of 22
Life — October 9, 1902 — page 3: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page contains two separate items: **"Disputed"** (top): A dialogue between Susan and Henry about climbing too high, with Henry asserting "There always is room at the top." The accompanying sketch shows a figure ascending, likely satirizing ambition and competitive social climbing—a common turn-of-the-century theme. **"A Proper Caution"** (right): A conversation between a Yellow Editor and New Reporter about cautiously attributing stories as lies to avoid legal liability. This is workplace satire about journalistic ethics and the risks of publishing unverified claims. **"A Quick Job in Color Work"** (bottom right): An illustration of fairies in a garden scene, appears to be decorative rather than satirical. The page reflects early-1900s concerns about ambition, journalistic responsibility, and editorial standards.
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* Always room at the tep.” Disputed. “ g™y, Henry,” quoth Susan,‘ you're getting too high, Just there is the right place to stop!”” “Nay, Susan, you're off,” is the bold youth's reply, “There always is room at the top.” A Proper Caution. ELLOW EDITOR: I see you denounce that last police shake- up story as a lie, New Reporter: Yes, sir. “Well, I want to caution you that when denouncing any story as a lie, you want to be careful that it did not originate with us.” A QUICK Jon IN COLOR work. comicbooks.com