Life, 1905-07-06 · page 24 of 44
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This page contains three satirical pieces mocking wealthy individuals and institutions: **"Costly Comfort"** ridicules the New York S.P.C.A. (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), specifically its president John P. Haines. The satire suggests that while the organization claims noble purposes, Haines lives lavishly in an expensive building—implying the organization's funds benefit the leadership rather than animals. The accompanying verse suggests he'll stay in his comfortable position indefinitely. **The cartoons above** show domestic mishaps: a man waking to find his legs stretched unusually long, and someone borrowing lace curtains to improvise clothing for a tailor's appointment—humorous takes on everyday inconveniences. **"Reputation"** satirizes a pompous Massachusetts politician meeting a Western Senator at the Capitol. When asked about "General B," Senator Hoar jokes that while the general has no reputation in Massachusetts (his home state), his reputation is "purely national"—a cutting insult suggesting he's known everywhere for the wrong reasons rather than respected anywhere.
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