Life, 1916-06-22 · page 7 of 48
Life — June 22, 1916 — page 7: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is a **vintage advertisement** rather than political satire or editorial cartooning. It advertises a tire brand's "Non-Skid Tires," emphasizing three selling points: "Safety Service Satisfaction." The visual design features a large tire in the upper left and prominent text spelling what appears to be the brand name in bold letters across the composition. Below is a silhouetted cityscape, likely representing a major American city (possibly New York, given the iconic skyline). The advertisement uses modernist graphic design typical of early-to-mid 20th century marketing—dynamic angles, high contrast black and white, and bold typography—to convey reliability and forward-thinking innovation. This is commercial messaging, not editorial commentary or political satire.
📄 Transcribed text from this page (OCR, searchable)
Machine-transcribed from the original scan — historical spelling and the odd misread are preserved.
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