Life, 1906-01-25 · page 10 of 24
Life — January 25, 1906 — page 10: what you’re looking at
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The main illustration depicts "The First Consultation"—a satirical suggestion for a mural in a medical college. It shows a centaur (half-man, half-horse) being examined by two robed figures, likely representing classical physicians or healers. The joke appears to satirize medical practice by presenting an absurd mythological patient, mocking either the state of medical knowledge or the pretensions of medical institutions. Below are lighter humor pieces: a dialogue about legal disappointment, a quote from J.M. Barrie about theatrical performance, and a brief joke titled "Sure Thing" about medical advice leading to romantic mishap. A cartoon labeled "Life's Weather Forecast for This Week" shows period-dressed figures with an umbrella. The overall tone is typical of early Life magazine's sophisticated, literary humor.
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THE FIRST CONSULTATION. A SUGGESTION FOR A MURAL DECORATION IN A MEDICAL COLLEGE. “Never! I'll die rich f The case now rested with the jury, rly five minutes. * said Mr, Jerome, as “have you agreed?" not guilty? “We find, your Att the prisoner is guilty « becoming a true grafter. never in will we believ that Tom Lawson doesn't say Mr, Jerome then turned to the pris- “You have ou to} y written and upon ard the verdict. I a life of yourself by Andrew pain of being made to read it once a day, to stop telling any more stories or trying defend yourself in public.” The court then adjourned, there being not a dry eye in the audience. To J. M. Barrie on secing Miss Barrymore in * Alice-Sit- By-The-Fite.”” ELL me not, Barrie, I'm unkind, That from the mu Of thy arch grace and poet I pass the author by. True though the play’s the only thing, actor but a tool, Thy chivalry—and mine, must sing Exceptions to the rule, Th’ inconstancy that I profess You too shall well adore, ‘Tis not that I love Barrie less, But I love Barrymore. Melville Henry Cane, Sure Thing. HE: His doctor ordered Wilkins to give his brain a total rest. Sue: Did he follow the advice? “Oh, yes; he fell in love.” ISAPPOINTM lot, and the gr ment of all is s 'T is thecommon test disappoint- ccess. LIFE'S WEATHER FORECAST FOR THIS WEEK. THAW EXPECTED,