Life, 1910-09-01 · page 41 of 48
Life — September 1, 1910 — page 41: what you’re looking at
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This page mixes advertising with two distinct narrative pieces: **"Sparks From Old Anvils"** (left): A sentimental anecdote about P.T. Barnum. A grieving widower purchases a tiger at auction; when Barnum questions why, the man reveals his late wife loved the animal. Barnum, moved by this explanation, facilitates the sale. The story illustrates Barnum's reputed softheartedness beneath his showman's exterior—a humanizing portrait of the famous circus promoter. **Fisk Rubber Company Advertisement** (center/right): A full-page advertisement emphasizing that tire quality depends on manufacturer integrity rather than visual inspection. Fisk positions itself as trustworthy through established branches nationwide. This reflects early 20th-century consumer anxiety about hidden product defects and reliance on brand reputation. **"A Wise Son"** (bottom): A brief anecdote about General Sheridan's son Tom, who responds cleverly when threatened with disinheritance—requesting the shilling immediately, displaying wit and humor rather than contrition. The page is primarily **advertising and nostalgic storytelling** rather than satirical content. The humor is gentle, sentimental rather than biting.
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PLAYING CARDS. { linen, pat'd. Colors, red, blue, Gold edge, 8. Dealers’ every: 9 receipt of price. Send for Catalog ten. 146 Peart 8c, New York Sparks From Old Anvils (Continued from page 368) was a stranger, and to him it was knocked down.’ Barnum, who had been eyeing the stranger uneasily dur- ing the bidding, now went up to him and said ; . ) me for asking the ques- ut will you tell me where you from?” i Down South a bit,” responded the man. . “Arey connected with ayy about uneasily for ng alternately at the it the tiger and. evidently est to reconcile the two to- g man,” he finally said, ake this animal unless you want to, for there are those here who will take it off your hands,” “I want to sell,” was the rnum said in his despera- on carth are you going to do ugly beast if you have no own, and are not buying ¢ who is a showman?” , Vl tell you,” said the pur- . “My wife died about three weeks ago. \We had lived together for ‘8 most precious to you. Why risk it every time you phone ? MA XIM Antiseptic Telephone MOUTHPIECE Prevents every danger. Its glass part is easily cleaned. Its medicated air filters keep it Constantly Antiseptic 50 Cents Complete at Stationers, Druggists and Electrical Supply Stores. “Stave you a’ Maxim’ icce on your Phone”? fe every phone fone genuine Maxi ss i faxim Specialty Co. averly Place 21 7 Street nEW YORK “ N rorks I a eta AGENTS WANTED IX the purchase of automobile tires the consumer has to take much for granted. A mere outward examination, especially to the inexperienced eye, will reveal little of the real merits of the product. Hidden in the process of manu- facture are the quality-determining factors—design, ma- terials, experience, workmanship. HEN so much depends on say-so or guarant the business reputation and integrity of the maker is of greatest importance. HE Fisk Rubber Company was started years ago on a basis of honest value and honest dealings. By stead- fastly adhering to these first principles business has been developed to the splendid proportions of today. *TCHE Fisk Guarantee stands on integrity never ques- tioned. Seventeen direct and permanent Fisk Branches have been established in the principal cities, so that users everywhere may obtain Fisk Quality products at all times under square-deal conditions. We present a list of these branches which you arein- vited to inspect. Fisk Quality Literature on request. THE Fisk RuBBER CompPANY DEPT. S, CHICOPEE FALLS, MASS. BRANCHES Middle West and South West c. San Francisco—418 Golden Gate Ave. Y 3 Denver—1534 Glenarm St. Philadelphia—258 North Broad St. s Seattley-o12-14 E Buflalo—718 Main St. is epin Ave. Los Angele St. Paul—162 West 6th St Kansas City, Mo.—1604 Grand Ave. Atlanta—1o03 North Pryor St ten years, and—I miss her.” He paused to wipe his eyes and steady his voice, and then added: “So I've bought this tiger.” “T understand you,” said the great showman in a husky voice. J. M. Bailey. A Wise Son Sheridan, the first time he met his son Tom after the marriage of the lat- ter, being seriously angry with him, told him he had made his will and had cut him off with a shilling. Tom said he was, indeed, very sorry, and imme- diately added: “ You don’t happen to have the shilling about you now, sir, OLD SONG REVISED “NO BALLOT-BOX FOR ME.’" 309 comicbooks.com