Life, 1913-03-27 · page 9 of 60
Life — March 27, 1913 — page 9: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily **advertising and editorial content** rather than political satire. **Left side** contains three ads: Pierpont Irish Moss Beautifier, Geo. Borgfeldt & Co. (toys/novelties), and Cœur de Jeannette perfume—all with ornate period styling typical of early 20th-century magazine ads. **Center** is an editorial note congratulating magazines on improving their content and appearance, praising their courage to publish interesting material. **Right side** is a full-page ad for Theodore B. Starr, Inc. (established 1862), a jewelry business specializing in pearls and precious stones, located at 5th Avenue and 47th Street, New York. **Bottom right** contains a brief anecdote ("Couldn't Be Worse") about a poor prisoner without a lawyer—a mild humorous story rather than political commentary. The page reflects **turn-of-century luxury marketing** and magazine culture.
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ic | FREE RRESS of the wonderful beautifier El Perfecto Veda Rose Rouge Pd Justa touch of Veda Rose on the ¥ cheeks gives the hue of health— |i. Nature's own color—Many fa- a mous beauties use it, } 4 GUARANTEED HARMLESS 2 A benefit to the skin. od, re- f Sold by Druggists., Department restores, . Stores, and all dealers in Toilet les. A E , Articles. ay alba k je Write to Dept. A. ;. Sol NY. gon Agente { . ; Geo BorGrEeLpT & Co. C, t 16% ST, AT IRVING PLACE, NEW YORK a ee meee y Congratulations to the Magazines : The magazines are improving. We t note it with great joy. A short time : ago we had about given up all hope of them. Such dullness we believed could lead nowhere but to oblivion. There was nothing about them that was interesting. But now they seem to be convalescent. They look inter- esting at least. We have not yet found the courage to read any of them, but if they keep on improving in appear- ance and tables of contents and prom- ises of what they are going to have “next month,” we may decide to peruse a story or an article in them now and then. Cheer up, editors! All is not lost by a good deal. SSOCIATIONwithRoyalty is a natural ambition of the world’s Society. The woman who today uses the perfume Coeur deJeanne (HEART, or JEANNETTE) in good taste associates herself with Her Majesty, Queen Alexandra, who this exquisite odor for herself and friends. 1 Coeur de Jeannette tanks exclusive in its marvelous and great charm. Qi dont a at PARK & TILFORD,225 Fifth Ave.,.NEWYORK Sole Agents in United States and Canada SSB Yaa Cin DU aD CU = PEARLS and PRECIOUS STONES HE several essential virtues which give value to any gem are visible in their entirety only to the trained eye. In the pearl, these virtues are lustre, tint, shape and size. In the diamond they are perfection of crystal, brilliancy and purity of color. In rubies, emeralds and sapphires they are perfection of color and brilliancy and. clearness of crystal. All our pearls and precious stones are sold under exact representations as to their individual merit. We will not willingly permit a customer to make a_ purchase under the least misconception. Our collection of pearls and precious stones is as nearly perfect as over half a century of experience can make it. We offer a number of exceptionally fine specimens of colored stones, mounted in settings of original and artistic design. Particular attention is given to the en- larging and improving of pearl necklaces and to the remounting of customers’ jewe Prices never higher than prevail elsewhere for equal quality. THEODORE B. STARR. Inc. Established 1862 5TH AVENUE AND 47TH STREET Couldn't Be Worse - iu you want a lawyer?” asked the udge. Senator Thomas P, Gore, of Okla- , “Yes, sir. homa, recently told the following story: “Well, there are Mr. Thomas W. Wil- A prisoner was brought before the bar son, Mr. Henry Eddy, and Mr. George in the criminal court, but was not rep- Rogers,” said the judge, pointing to sev- resented bya lawyer. eral young attorneys who were sitting in “Where is your lawyer?” asked the the room, waiting for something to turn fuege whe. presided, up, “and Mr, Allen is out in the hall.” have woue, als.” eplied. (be pris The prisoner looked at the attorneys, oner. and, after a critical survey, he turned to E Wip mold #cquediddichevtade the judge and said: ?" queried the judge. “If T can take my choice, sir, I guess “ Because I have no moncy to pay one.” I'll take Mr. Allen."—Lippincott’s, 607 comicbooks.com