Life, 1916-06-22 · page 2 of 48
Life — June 22, 1916 — page 2: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily **advertising, not satire or political commentary**. It's a full-page advertisement for the Willys-Knight automobile, specifically promoting their "Coupe" model priced at $1,500. The image shows an elegantly dressed couple in an urban setting with classical architecture and street lamps. The advertisement emphasizes the car's practical features: it's an "all-purpose, all-season" vehicle with a sleeve-valve motor offering reliability and flexibility. The text highlights that Willys-Knight closed cars represent modern convenience, replacing both touring cars and limousines. It targets consumers seeking economical yet dependable transportation. The manufacturer was The Willys-Overland Company of Toledo, Ohio. This is a straightforward product advertisement with no political or satirical content.
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