Life, 1909-04-15 · page 13 of 36
Life — April 15, 1909 — page 13: what you’re looking at
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This page contains satirical poetry and sketches mocking Theodore Roosevelt's return from safari. "When Teddy Comes Sailing Home" celebrates Roosevelt's supposed achievements, while the accompanying cartoon by Maud Toudriafare shows animals (appearing to be kangaroos) reacting to his arrival—likely satirizing his big-game hunting expedition. The section "The Different Estimates of T.R." critiques Roosevelt's inflated self-worth, noting people disagreed on his actual value versus his self-assessment. A subtitle "Renamed" includes brief jabs at famous figures, including a poet (likely Poe) and a financial wizard. The remaining sketches depict New York street life and social commentary with minimal political reference. The overall page mocks Roosevelt's ego and public persona through humorous verse and illustration.
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