Life, 1913-12-11 · page 20 of 40
Life — December 11, 1913 — page 20: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page shows two men in formal evening wear (tuxedos with tails). The caption reads "PA'S FAVORITE" and the partial text at bottom indicates "The Two Suit[s]" - suggesting this is a satirical commentary on formal attire or fashion choices. The sketch appears to be from Life magazine's humor section, likely mocking either: - The pretentiousness of formal evening wear conventions - Two different styles or fits of formal suits - Possibly two public figures known for their fashion choices However, without the full page context, article text, or clearer identification of whether these represent specific individuals or are generic social commentary, I cannot definitively explain the satirical point or identify who "Pa" refers to. The artistic signature is present but not clearly legible.
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Machine-transcribed from the original scan — historical spelling and the odd misread are preserved.
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