Life, 1913-09-18 · page 29 of 44
Life — September 18, 1913 — page 29: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This is a straightforward advertisement, not satire or political content. It promotes the Locomobile Limousine for 1914, manufactured by The Locomobile Company in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The image shows a side view of an early automobile with an enclosed passenger cabin, typical of luxury cars of that era. The ad targets affluent buyers by emphasizing the vehicle's "easy riding qualities," interior craftsmanship, and aesthetic appeal, culminating in the slogan "The Best Built Car in America." There is no cartoon, caricature, or satirical commentary present—this is simply a vintage automobile advertisement from Life magazine's advertising pages.
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Test the easy riding qualities of the Locomobile Limousine for 1914. Examine its interior finish with the utmost care. Compare it in beauty and elegance with any and all other cars. Then you will understand the full significance of the expression, “ The Best Built Car in America.” The Locomolile Company, Bridgeport, Conn. comicbooks.com