Life, 1914-03-12 · page 11 of 44
Life — March 12, 1914 — page 11: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page features a drawing captioned "What Has She Just Said?" and announces a contest offering $200 to readers who submit the best caption for the untitled illustration. The cartoon depicts a social gathering in what appears to be an elegant parlor, with a woman seated at a piano as the focal point. A man on the left appears shocked or surprised, while other well-dressed figures (men and women) react with varying degrees of interest or concern. The woman's statement—now lost to us—apparently provoked this dramatic response. The satire relies on visual humor: readers must invent witty or humorous dialogue explaining her provocative remark. This was a popular interactive format in early 20th-century magazines, engaging readers while generating content. The cartoon's humor depends entirely on the imagined scandal or surprising comment she's made.
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ee, ‘LIFE: 447 (This picture has no title.) What Has She Just Said > For the Best Answer to This Question Life Will Give Two Hundred Dollars Conditions of the Contest The title, with sub-title, or in whatever form sub- mitted, must not d twenty words. The paper upon which the title is sent should contain nothing but the title, with the name and address of the author in the upper left hand corner. If this rule is violated the judges reserve the right to debar the contribution. Manuscripts should be addressed to The Contest Editor of Lare, 17 West 31st Street, New York. Envelopes addressed in any other way will not be considered. All titles submitted must be at LiFe office not later than Saturday, March 14. The contest will close at noon of that date. Within one week from March 14a check for $200 will be sent to the winner. Announcement of winner will be made in Lire’s ter Number, the issue of April 2. It is not necessary to be a subscriber to Lire in order to compete. The contest is open to every one. Only one title from each contestant will be con- sidered. No manuscript will be returned. The editors of Lire will be the judges. They will award the prize to the title which, in their judgment, is the most deserving.