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This page is primarily **advertisements and reader letters**, not political satire. Key elements: **Letters Section ("From Our Readers"):** Two readers write to the editor. One advocates for sending a "suffragist" on Life's quest for "the Ultimate," sarcastically suggesting women's suffrage would impress even the Sphinx—a topical jab at the women's rights movement gaining momentum in 1910. The second letter criticizes Life's humor quality, complaining about a column called "Priscilla Jawbone" (apparently depicting a henpecked man or failed bachelor), suggesting Life's editorial standards have declined. **Advertisements:** The page features liqueur, Italian chocolates, shoes (Martin & Martin brand), and Dioxogen antiseptic/cleanser—typical early 1900s consumer products with hyperbolic marketing claims. **Poem "In Other Days and These":** A light verse about modern taxicab drivers "skinning" passengers financially, contrasting them with old-fashioned taxidermists who valued artistry. The page reflects 1910 concerns: women's suffrage debates, consumer culture, and tongue-in-cheek critiques of modern commercialism.

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rand zht to ntain lave a “The have iginal irth.” istmas > title, > short Patch. istmas ry one r story chical year —— Nectar of the Gods Liqueur Peres Chartreux ~GREEN AND YELLOW— THE CLIMAX OF EPICUREAN ENJOYMENT At first-class Wine Merchants, Grocers, Hotels, Cafes, RatJer & Co. 45 Broadway, New York.N.Y, Sole Agents for United States In Other Days and These HE taxidermist, so I am told, Displayed his skill in days of old By stuffing animals and birds To look too natural for words. He skinned the dead ones, bird and beast, But of gold he thought the least; His was art with a great big A, But that is not the case to-day. The taxidermist whom we know, A taxicab drives to and fro And skins you—p’raps not willfully But certainly most skillfully, IPE ieemis Pubs tbe clot8 SALTO-NUTS ITALIAN CHOCOLATES 25 Ib. Mixed 80c, Ib. WRITE NOW FOR UNIQUE BOOKLET “HATCH AN APPETITE” Broadway at 30th St.,N, ¥. City Where and What? Eprtor oF Lire, New York City, In order to encourage those who have undertaken your quest for the “Ultimate,” I would suggest that you at least let them know that it is to be found “east-o’-the-sun and west-o'- the-moon,” and that what it is, is the secret of the sphinx. You might fol- low the “ once-upon-a-time” honored custom of sending a knight out upon your quest; only in this case a suf- fragist would be more to the point. It is safe to predict that the sphinx would hurl forth undreamed-of revela- tions in his frenzy to return to the eternal calm of his woman’s-rights-less dreams. To Mona Lisa was given the answer to the great riddle, and in her enigmat- ical smile lies the knowledge of her secret. The possibility of a successful suffragist acquiring the same smile is a thought worthy of consideration. Very truly yours, M. C. Zancranot. Westerty, R. I, October 27, 1910, Let the Galled Jade Wince Dear Lire: I have just finished reading Octo- ber 20 number. Of course, one appre- ciates that one must not expect un- alloyed wit even from Lire, but really now, how can you see even a sneaking sense of humor in the Priscilla Jaw- bone what would you call it anyway? I have no doubt Priscilla is a weak- kneed, hen-pecked male—or perhaps worse—a would-be popular bachelor, who has failed to make a hit with any woman. We have all met them. But you, Mr. Editor, how can you pass such stuff—or is it that it got in without your seeing it? Your own remarks on various topics do not show sufficiently serious symptoms of indigestion to ac- count for the oversight. el | Black Russia calf walking boot, Medium narrow Dioxogen isa safe, most trustworthy, most thorough, and most delightful cleanser. It is a rea/ antiseptic—as proved by definite scientific tests, It is ideal in its application both as a toilet and as a hygienic measure. Dioxogen is free from all objectionable characteristics, and should not red with ordinary hair bleaching ‘‘peroxide.’? Try Dioxogen. send two-ounce trial bottle free upon request. Asa Gartle and for Mout and Teh} THE OAKLAND CHEMICAL CO. 120 Front Street, New York A Martin & Martin Model Buack Russia calf common sense walking boot— low heel—good arch—hand made. PRICE NINE DOLLARS Most shoe stores strive after extreme effects each season and call them the newest fashions. Our custom is to make a careful study, at all times, of the ideas of our patro: he best dressed men and women in America—reconcile these ideas and apply them along practical lines, The results are Standarized Shoe Fashions Long experience in custom boot making has proven this to be the only sound method. Test our shoes—and the intelligent, interested, store service that goes with them. Your money is always in trust with us—it is yours if we do not satisfy you. You zoey, buy from us as well by post as in person whether it be slippers, riding boots, hunting boots, dress or street boots. Let us send you photographs of the season's models, By furnishing the usual commerclal references you may open acharge account. ARTI eo ARTI BOOTMAKERS FOR MEN AND WOMEN 1 East 3sthSt., NEWYORK—183 Michigan Av.,CHICAGO toc—flat last—high heel—high arch—hand made. PRICE NINE DOLLARS Personally I feel very sorry for your man’s (?) seemingly unfortunate choice of women acquaintances. I un- derstand he cannot help his relatives, but his friends are his own fault. Be a sport, Lire, you know women will get the vote. and such attempts at (Continued on page 884) comicbooks.com