Life, 1910-06-09 · page 13 of 40
Life — June 9, 1910 — page 13: what you’re looking at
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This page contains satirical commentary on women's fashion and adornment, framed as advice to "Professor Baff." The top cartoon shows a crowded trolley scene labeled "Terms of the Congo Trolley Line — 'Last Stop! All Out!'" — a reference to the "Congo" as slang for a crowded, chaotic space. The article argues that women wear fine clothes primarily to please men, not for themselves. It suggests this is natural and acceptable, claiming women should accept adornment as part of their role. The lower illustration titled "The Right Prescription" depicts a domestic scene, likely illustrating family life. The satire critiques contemporary debates about women's independence and fashion choices, positioning Baff as dispensing traditional advice about proper gender roles during an era of changing women's social status.
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