Life, 1910-07-21 · page 38 of 40
Life — July 21, 1910 — page 38: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page from *Life* magazine features a satirical cartoon about American business leadership and safety standards. The image shows five men in suits and hats arranged vertically, appearing to represent industrial or corporate figures of the era. The accompanying text discusses men who "uphold the standards of American business" while simultaneously prioritizing profit over worker safety. The satire critiques corporate leaders who publicly champion American values and initiative but privately ignore safety hazards—they "share with a clear time try. The only safety measure being their own profit and self-reliance." The cartoon mocks the hypocrisy of executives who promote ideals of American character and responsibility while cutting corners on worker protection. This reflects early 20th-century labor reform debates, when industrial safety violations were common and corporate accountability remained contested. The figures likely represent generic "captains of industry" rather than specific individuals, making the critique broadly applicable to American business practices of that period.
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