Life, 1907-05-02 · page 42 of 48
Life — May 2, 1907 — page 42: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This is a catalog page advertising Life magazine's art prints (circa 1908), not political cartoons. It showcases satirical illustrations about courtship, romance, and early 20th-century social life—the actual substance of Life's humor during this era. The titles reveal the jokes: "Fire!" depicts an engaged couple (the caption notes their "insanity" is just engagement); "Half Past Supper Time" appears to mock domestic routines; "A Rule for Success" offers workplace advice; "Her Answer" and "A Candidate" suggest romantic rejection or proposal themes; "An Overworked Moon" likely jokes about the moon as a romantic backdrop; "One Touch of Nature" and "The Long Engagement" play on relationship anxieties. These are photogravures (fine art reproductions) by contemporary illustrators, priced affordably ($0.50–$1.00) for middle-class homes. The content reflects Life's focus on gentle social satire about gender relations and courtship rather than political content.
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Machine-transcribed from the original scan — historical spelling and the odd misread are preserved.
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