Life, 1907-05-09 · page 2 of 24
Life — May 9, 1907 — page 2: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page contains **no political cartoons or satire**—it's primarily **early 20th-century advertising**. The left half advertises American Express Travelers Cheques, established in 1891, positioning them as a "modern form of carrying funds" for foreign travel. The globe imagery emphasizes international reach. The right half features three product advertisements: 1. **Veeder Odometer** (distance-measuring device for vehicles) 2. **Veeder Tachometer** (speed recorder for automobiles) 3. **Westinghouse Electric Fans** (for home comfort) All advertisements reflect the era's technological optimism—automobiles, electric appliances, and international travel as markers of modernity. The "Life" masthead indicates this is a lifestyle/humor magazine that, like today's publications, relied heavily on advertising revenue.
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Funds for Foreign Travel— Are the Most Modern Form of Carrying Funds Originated by the American Express Company in 189] Full Information may be had at any of the Company’s Agencies, or by addressing its Travelers Cheque Department CHICAGO ~NEW YORK —_BOSTON 72 Monroe Street 65 Broadway 43 Franklin Street MONTREAL 202 St. James Street “It's Nice to Know How Far You Go’” eee ‘Odenater Is the world’s standard instrument for recording distance travelled. The only one mechanically right; used on all kinds of vehicles and when properly attached is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction. Thousends of Veeder Odometers in use to one of any other make. Supplied in the following convenient forms for vehicles: For Automobiles, from $10 to $25, with all fittings complete to attach to any make of car, Give size of wheel and model of car when ordering. For Horse-drawn Vehicles, from $3.50 to $9.00, with fittings complete for all ve- hicles and all wheel sizes, State size of wheel used. For Bicycles and Motor Cycles, Veeder Cyclometers from $1.00 to $2.50, ready to put on, Give wheel size. THE VEEDER TACHODOMETER $75, for automobiles, registers distance, both “trip” and total, and shows speed at all times. Scientifically and permanently accurate. Only one moving part. No springs. Descriptive matter free, from THE VEEDER MFG. CO., 7 Sargeant Street, Hartford, Conn. Form B Odometer, for Automobiles O GET more comfort at less ex- ense than a trip to the seaside— Eg your home and office with Westinghouse Fans keep the air always changing— Require no attention and consume less current than an ordinary incandescent lamp. Look for the Westinghouse name plate—It’s your guarantee. Ask your dealer. Write us today for booklet. WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC & MFG. CO. PITTSBURG, PA., and all large cities. comicbooks.com