Life — May 7, 1903 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# "Teddy's Coming!" This page from *Life* magazine contains a poem titled "Tailor Made" by W. D. Nesbit, book reviews, and one political illustration captioned "Teddy's Coming!" The cartoon appears to show a group of people in what looks like a dark interior space, reacting with apparent alarm or concern. The caption "Teddy's Coming!" likely references Theodore Roosevelt, whose return from Africa or political activities would have generated public reaction. Without clearer visibility of specific figures or dates on this page, the exact historical moment remains unclear, but the dramatic staging suggests anxiety about Roosevelt's imminent arrival or involvement in some political matter—possibly related to his presidency or post-presidential influence during the early 20th century.