Life, 1913-08-21 · page 3 of 40
Life — August 21, 1913 — page 3: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is **not a cartoon or satire**—it is a straightforward automobile advertisement from *Life* magazine (page 295). The image shows a 1914 Locomobile automobile photographed in profile against a wooded background. The text promotes "The Left 'Drive Little Six," highlighting that Locomobile offered both right-hand and left-hand drive models—apparently a distinctive feature among "high grade" cars in 1914. The ad emphasizes practical selling points: the gear lever operated by hand (described as "safest and most natural arrangement"), superior riding qualities, and finish. It concludes with contact information for The Locomobile Company of America in Bridgeport, Connecticut, listing multiple branch locations across the United States. This represents early automotive advertising targeting affluent buyers.
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aotograph fr One of the most charming of the Locomobile models for 1914 The Left Drive Little Both Right Drive models and Left Drive models are produced for 1914, the only high grade car offering this choice. On all cars the gear lever is operated by the right hand, which is the safest and most natural arrange- ment. We invite competitive demonstration of the superior riding qualities of the Locomobile, its finish and all-around attractiveness. SIX CYLINDER MODELS: «45 » Rishe Dave Models and Left Deis Medele 1914 Advance Folder Mailed on Application The Locomobile Company of America, Bridgeport, Conn. MOTOR CARS AND New York Chicago Philadelphia. =o Washington Balt BRANCHES: Sy'T ous fice Prather Loe Angeles comicbooks.com