Life, 1911-09-21 · page 15 of 52
Life — September 21, 1911 — page 15: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This is a **title-writing contest**, not a political cartoon. Life magazine presented an untitled illustration and challenged readers to submit the best caption, offering $100 as the prize. The image depicts an interior domestic scene: a woman sits at a desk or vanity, apparently writing or reading by lamplight, while a small dog stands nearby. Another figure lies on a bed or couch in the background. The setting appears to be a bedroom or private chamber, rendered in dramatic shadow and light. The contest invited creative interpretations of what this scene represents—readers had to guess the narrative or emotional meaning the artist intended. This was a popular form of reader engagement in early 20th-century magazines, allowing audiences to participate while generating content ideas. The contest closed October 2, with winners announced October 19.
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For the The title, with sub-title, or in whatever form sub- mitted, must not exceed fifteen words. Manuscripts should be addressed to The Contest Editor of Lire, 17 West 31st St., New York. Envelopes addressed in any other way will not be considered. All titles submitted must be at Lire office not later than Monday, Oct. 2. The contest will close at noon of that date. Within one week from Oct. 2 a check for $100 will be sent to the winner. Best Title to this Picture, Life Will Give One Hundred Dollars Conditions of the Contest Announcement. of winner will be made in Lire’s issue Oct. 19. It is not necessary to be a subscriber to Lire in order to compete. The contest is open to every one. Only one title from each contestant will be con- sidered, No manuscript will be returned. The editors of Lire will be the judges. They will award the prize to the title which, in their judgment, is the most deserving. The Contest Picture has no title. This is the last time it will be published before the announcement of the winner, comicbooks.com