Life — November 5, 1914 — page 11: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis of Life Magazine Page 795 **Top Cartoon:** "Short-sighted Candidate" depicts a political candidate with a baby carriage, apparently unsure which child is his own—a joke about infidelity or illegitimacy among politicians seeking office. **Main Article:** "The Great Achievement of Josephus Daniels" discusses Secretary Daniels's naval policy reducing alcohol consumption. The text explains he banned drinks in the navy, believing this would produce "temperate officers" and prevent young sailors from learning poor drinking habits. The article also mentions establishing swimming schools to prevent drowning. **Bottom Photo:** "A Real Estate Term" shows someone lying on a floor, captioned as "increasing the rent of his rear apartment"—likely a dark humor reference to eviction or financial hardship during tenant disputes.