Life — February 25, 1915 — page 13: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This cartoon depicts a wooden structure labeled "Scheggeller's" with anthropomorphic animal figures (appearing to be pigs or similar creatures) crowded inside and around it. A figure on the right, dressed as a butcher or dealer, appears to be conducting a sale or auction of these animals. The satirical point seems to be social commentary on commodification and exploitation—the animals are literally "for sale" in what appears to be a cramped, inhumane container. The title and setup suggest criticism of exploitative labor practices, possibly sweatshop conditions or unethical business practices of the era. Without additional context about "Scheggeller's" specifically, the precise target remains unclear, but the cartoon critiques treating beings as mere merchandise.