Life — July 17, 1913 — page 12: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Political Cartoon Analysis This *Life* magazine page contains satirical commentary on American media and politics. The top cartoon mocks the *New York Evening Post* for criticizing *Life* magazine, questioning why the Post—not known for humor—attacks a satirical publication. The accompanying text defends *Life*'s role as a commentator on social morality. The lower cartoon titled "Our Modern Clothes" shows two men discussing fashion, with one noting a coat "looks as if it was cut by a corset maker" and another quipping it's "better than having it cut by a balloon maker"—likely satirizing overly restrictive or exaggerated tailoring trends of the era. The "Sanctum Talks" section features humorous dialogues between *Life* editors and contributors, maintaining the magazine's satirical voice throughout.