Life, 1914-04-02 · page 14 of 68
Life — April 2, 1914 — page 14: what you’re looking at
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This is a straightforward wine advertisement, not political satire or editorial content. E. La Montagne's Sons, a wine distributor with offices in New Orleans, New York, and Chicago, advertises four wine products: Pontet Canet, Haut Sauternes, Sandeman's Sherry, and Sandeman's Port. The ad's headline promises "Perfect Wines at a Fair Price" and notes these wines are "sold by principal distributors throughout the United States." This appears in Life magazine, likely during the early 20th century based on typography and style. The advertisement simply showcases imported wines available to American consumers through major U.S. distributors.
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