Life, 1916-04-20 · page 49 of 52
Life — April 20, 1916 — page 49: what you’re looking at
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This page consists primarily of **period advertisements** rather than satirical cartoons. **Left side:** A Hansen Gloves advertisement featuring an illustration of a hand in a glove, promoting washable leather gloves for men of "fastidious tastes" — emphasizing that they can be cleaned with soap and water without dry cleaning. **Right side:** A Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway advertisement celebrating the railroad's electrification of a 440-mile line from Montana to Idaho, touting modern electric locomotives and luxurious service on trains like "The Olympian." **Below:** An article about a Philadelphia medical movement seeking legal authority for surgeons to remove children's tonsils without parental consent — positioning this as a cautionary example of overreach in "compulsory medical treatment." The page reflects early-20th-century concerns: consumer anxiety about maintaining appearance/cleanliness, corporate pride in technological progress, and skepticism toward aggressive medical intervention.
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Hansenbilt Washable EN of fastidious tastes have set fashion’sapprovalonthis newest Hansen, which givesevery effect of eleSance with smooth fit and pliability. For semi-dress of beautiful “cape” leather, in all the newer shades, It can be washed in soap and water without affecting, the soft texture or life of the grain. The most immaculate dresser can be sure of fresh gloves with no ‘dry cleaning” delay, Ask your dealer or write us for particulars of this latest Hansen triumph and 500 other designs. Automobile Gauntlets and Mittens Exclusive styles covering the widest range in motoring demands. 1 features irreproach- able standard in material, fit and style. If your dealer is not supplied let us know. Please write for the book O. C. Hansen Mfg. Co. 102Z Detroit Street Milwaukee, Wis. HANSEN GLOVES Leading The March of Railroad Progress “St. Paul Road’’ Again fo the Fore Achievements in the railroad world have been manifold and splendid. In this great work “The St. Paul’’ since its incep- tion has been a leader. It is particularly fitting, therefore, that this railway should accomplish the first extensive main line electrification in the world—the electrify- ing of its line from Harlowton, Montana, to Avery, Idaho, a distance of 440 miles across the Great Continental Divide. This colossal undertaking has claimed the attention of the world. The giant electric locomotives, fed with the limitless energy of the mountain streams—the increased efficiency and economy of operation, and the notable increase of travel delights— appeal alike to engineers, scientists and the traveling public. On your next trip Northwest take “ The Olympian” or ‘‘ The Columbian"’ and enjoy the combination of luxurious service, electric travel and some of the most beautiful mountain scenery. For literature address F.A. MILLER, Passenger Traffic Manager, CHICAGO Movement to Compel Removal of Tonsils The Philadelphia Evening Bulletin for February 24th contained the following news item: “‘ An Indictment of the Ton- sils,’ in which these offenders are charged with a variety of crimes against health, has been drawn up by Dr. Benjamin C. Gile, of 1906 Chestnut Street. Dr. Gile recently spoke on this subject before the West Philadelphia Medical Association, which has started a movement for a law giving surgeons the right to remove dis- eased tonsils from children when parents oppose such an operation.” The mas- sacre of the tonsils is one of the medical fads of the present day. Complaints are frequently made that people experience more trouble after tonsils are removed than before. There is a vast difference of opinion even among physicians regard- ing the removal of tonsils. Several physi cians have denounced the indiscriminate removal of tonsils. The movement for a law giving surgeons the right to remove diseased tonsils again calls attention to the fact that compulsory medical treat- ment is the next step after securing com- pulsory medical examination of children in the public schools.—Medical Freedom. “Yes,” said the old grad, “I guess that the thing that surprises the college man most when he gets out in the world is to find out how much uneducated peo- ple know."—The Widow. comicbooks.com