Life — March 6, 1913 — page 25: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page presents satirical cartoons about February events. The top panel references Washington's famous Delaware crossing, humorously reimagined as modern figures crossing the river. "Harbingers of Spring" shows cupids carrying spring-related items, a traditional seasonal joke. "The Kaiser Preaches a Sermon" likely satirizes German leadership during WWI-era tensions. "France Has a New President" comments on French political change. "The Ballet in Montreal" and "The Rewards of Merit" appear to be lighter social commentary on culture and achievement. "Clothes of the Same Material, Now for Husband and Wife" suggests commentary on emerging gender-equality trends in fashion or society. The cartoons use exaggerated caricature typical of early 20th-century satire, blending political events with social observation and seasonal humor.