Life, 1905-07-13 · page 2 of 26
Life — July 13, 1905 — page 2: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily **advertising rather than political satire**. The top left features a **Goodyear tire advertisement** showing early automobiles with claims of "no tire trouble" using their "New Universal Rim." The right side contains a **Prudential Insurance advertisement** emphasizing "Trust the People," citing 6 million policyholders and quoting Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln about trusting citizens. The bottom section, "Life's Prints," showcases **decorative artwork and illustrations** available for purchase from Life Publishing Co., including works after various artists featuring domestic scenes and children—typical of early 20th-century commercial art reproduction. The page reflects the magazine's business model: combining light editorial content with paid advertisements and merchandise sales to readers.
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