Life — May 19, 1910 — page 3: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis of Page Content This page is primarily **advertising**, not satire or political commentary. It promotes three Jones brand automotive accessories manufactured by United Manufacturers (250 West 54th Street, New York): 1. **Jones Live-Map** - a navigation aid that guides drivers by indicating their route on a rotating disc, keeping them oriented on roads 2. **Jones Yobel** - an electric horn designed to produce distinctive signals for safety and communication on roads 3. **Jones Speedometer** - described as "geared to the truth," a speedometer measuring actual road speed The page uses humorous language and small illustrations of early automobiles to market these products to motorists. The "humor" is largely in the marketing copy's tone rather than any satire—these are straightforward product advertisements dressed up with witty descriptions of their practical benefits.