Life, 1903-10-29 · page 3 of 20
Life — October 29, 1903 — page 3: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page from *Life* magazine contains two main elements: **Top cartoon**: Shows a child telling an adult (sitting in a chair, viewed from behind) that she thinks she's going to die. The humor appears to rely on the child's dramatic overstatement—likely about some minor ailment or complaint—contrasting with the adult's casual indifference. **Bottom section**: Announces "Father Knickerbocker's Circus," featuring various performers and attractions including acrobats, a military prodigy, a Tammany Tiger, and other acts. This appears to be an advertisement or announcement for an actual circus event or theatrical production. The page also includes a brief article titled "Services" discussing antiseptic medical methods, and another item called "A Modern Love Affair" with minimal visible content.
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