Life — December 18, 1913 — page 5: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Page Analysis This page contains two distinct elements: **Left side:** An article criticizing Memphis's high homicide rate (60+ per 100,000 inhabitants in 1912), arguing the city's "slowness" and "brotherly love" culture contributed to violence. It compares Memphis unfavorably to Northern industrial cities, suggesting economic factors (beer, Socialism) may explain crime differences elsewhere. The piece appears satirical social commentary on regional violence disparities. **Right side:** A Bell Telephone advertisement featuring illustration of a woman using a telephone, promoting the Bell System's national network of 7,500,000 connected phones. The ad emphasizes universal service accessibility across the country, positioning telephone technology as promoting national welfare and unity. **Bottom:** A small Evans' Ale Christmas advertisement.