Life, 1910-08-18 · page 35 of 36
Life — August 18, 1910 — page 35: what you’re looking at
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This page contains two distinct sections: **Left side:** Literary criticism of H.G. Wells's humor. The writer defends Wells against critics who claim he lacks imagination and humor, citing his sympathetic portrayal of characters like the shabby draper's assistant Mr. Hoopdriver from "The Wheels of Chance." The critic argues Wells's humor engages with human tragedy—specifically the grinding poverty of English shop clerks—making him a humorist of "very high order." The piece also references Winston Churchill introducing parliamentary relief legislation for such workers, suggesting Wells's social criticism had real-world impact. **Right side:** A full-page advertisement for Republic Staggard Tread Tires, featuring a detailed tire illustration. The ad emphasizes that these tires perform reliably in wet conditions without requiring emergency devices—a practical selling point for early automotive drivers caught in rainstorms. The juxtaposition is typical of Life magazine's format: serious literary commentary paired with commercial advertisements targeting educated, affluent readers who could afford automobiles.
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