Life — February 8, 1912 — page 11: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis of Life Magazine Page 295 **Top Section - "L'Envoi of Women's Bridge":** A poem celebrating women bridge players, with an illustration showing a menacing figure (appears to be Death or the Devil, labeled "Sherman" and "Anti-Trust") looming over a woman playing cards. The satire suggests that bridge—a popular parlor game among upper-class women—will outlast serious concerns like business monopolies and financial regulation. **Bottom Section - "Preposterous!":** A brief comedic dialogue between a patient and doctor about medical fees, mocking the doctor's defensive position. **"Life's Presidential Candidates":** Satirical endorsement of Dr. Harvey W. Wiley for presidency, praising his expertise in food safety and regulation—suggesting he's more qualified than typical politicians to address real problems.