Life, 1914-11-05 · page 38 of 48
Life — November 5, 1914 — page 38: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily **advertising**, featuring two main product promotions with minimal satirical content. The left side advertises "Artbronz" book rocks—decorative bronze bookends modeled after classical figures like "D'Artagnan" and "The Gladiator." These are marketed as affordable luxury items (bronze at one-tenth the price of solid bronze), targeting middle-class homes seeking cultured décor. The upper right features a **Club Cocktails advertisement** for G.F. Heublein & Bro., emphasizing quality ingredients and aging processes—typical early 20th-century spirits marketing. The small cartoon at bottom right depicts two women gossiping—one ("Tillie") preparing to criticize another ("Nellie Smith") to a third party. This brief comic reflects common social satire about female gossip and neighborhood drama, presenting mild humor about domestic social dynamics without deeper political commentary. The page reflects 1920s consumer culture and gender stereotypes rather than substantive satire.
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“D? Artagnan”” Pa] Width S*—Height 9° Dumas’ hero _ad- venturer is here modelled into @ man as we might picture him “alive” quick and defant, his foil broken at his feet, and a smile on his face. Could we ask a more gallant fgure? “Gladiator” ‘Width 4*—Height 7° A superb example of the physically perfect mam Every muscle in his “wonderful body és in play to hold your books successfully. All from the original conceptions of the famous Asmerican Sculptor, &, Renfrew Dean. Unquestionably the greatest value ever offered at this price from the point of beauty and use- fulness. q “‘Artbronz” Book Rocks are made of a heavy bronze, seamless deposit over a baser core. have all the finish and durability of the finest bronzes at one-tenth the price. Q In addition, we guarantee to retum without question the purchase price if you are not entirely q ‘‘Artbronz”’ is the standard of perfection and has been for the past five years. Our suggestion is, if you live in any one of the cities mentioned, that you go to the dealer there end see these Book Rocks for yourself. If you are not convenient to any of these stores order from this page to-day. Send money order or cheque direct to us stating the Book Rocks you desire. ae q This ft Sog- gestions’, will assist. you in making a selection for a gift or use in your home. | Illus- trates 15 other models—now ready for distribution—send for it today. Free on Request Address Department L KATHODION BRONZE WORKS 501 Fifth Avenue reel oO Pee New York INEST materials, expert mixing to measure, and lastly aging in the wood give the requisite blending, the de- lightful smoothness, the rare fragrance that no other method can produce. Your dealer has your favorite variety. Buy a bottle today. G. F. HEUBLEIN & BRO., Hartford, New York, London Importers of the famous Brand’s A-1 Sauce “WHY, TILLIE, WHAT ARE YOU MAKING SUCH FACES FoR?” “YM GETTIN’ READY TO CO OVER AN’ TELL NELLIE SMITH WHAT I THINK OF HER.” comicbooks.com ao Pee re meer eae