Life, 1908-10-15 · page 27 of 28
Life — October 15, 1908 — page 27: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This is primarily an **advertising page** from Life magazine, not a satirical cartoon. It contains four distinct product advertisements typical of early 1900s marketing: 1. **Underberg Bitters** — marketed as a "cordial-tonic" for digestive health and fatigue relief, emphasizing its popularity among travelers 2. **J. & F. Martell Cognac** — premium French brandy (founded 1715) sold through New York agents 3. **Yara Specials cigars** — hand-made long Havana fillers with Connecticut wrapper, priced at $3 per box of 100 4. **Gillette Safety Razor blades** — the "New Process" model advertised as newly successful (September 1908 launch), emphasizing durability and the convenience of daily shaving at one dollar The page reflects early-20th-century consumer culture and product positioning through appeals to quality, health benefits, and modern convenience. No political satire or caricature is present—this is straightforward commercial advertising.
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ncertaint biling you full the guar Company kd every dress f doy, NV The Cordial-Tonic Braces the wkole system, and relieves fatigue from over exer- tion, Delicious at all times, it creates a healthy appetite and aids digestion, The only atso- lutely beneficial stimulant, giv- ing permanently good results, Greatly appreciated by those who travel—and good for all. Enjoyable as a Cocktail and Better for You Over 7,000,COO bottles imported to the United States LUYTIES BROTHERS, 204 William Street, New York SOLE AUESTS Cognac (Founded 1715) Kk AND FINE OLD LIQUEUR GENUINE OLD BRANDIES MADE FROM WINE Sole Agents G.S. NICHOLAS 6CO. New York ‘SPECIALS LONG HAVANA FILLER HAND MADE This is a Light Cigar of exceptional merit. Every particle of the filler of Yara Specials is HAVANA TOBACCO grown in and imported from the Island of Cuba, as attested by copy of the manufacturer's affidavit packed in each box. The wrapper is the very highest grade of Connecticut To- bacco. The combination makes a most delightful smoke. $3.00 per box of 100 (Prepaid) At your dealer's or from the makers direct. R. & W. JENKINSON CO. PITTSBURG, PA. “New Process” Gillette Blades AN INSTANTANEOUS SUCCESS ___ New Process’* GILLETTE blades have been on sale at all dealers since September Ist, 1908, and have scored an unqualified success. ent and satisfactory ot ureater durability 1 inette Way of perfect shaving, only possible with Iready Jow cost of a daily atm métutely damtnroot cing their lite GILLETTE BLADES E PACKED IN PRICE DOLLAR. th “New Process” faction than any sha w being shaved it will ue money — time worry of lware, drug, jewelry, cutlery and sporting goods dealers. GILLETTE SALES COMPANY New York Boston Chicago 228 Times Bldg. 228 Kimball Bidg. 228 Stock Exchange Bldg. NO Me NO be comicbooks.com