Life, 1916-11-09 · page 36 of 40
Life — November 9, 1916 — page 36: what you’re looking at
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This page features a humorous poem about a "Horse Marine"—a nonsensical figure (a marine assigned to a ship, speaking colloquially) encountered by a traveler. The satire appears to reference contemporary American politics, specifically: **Josephus Daniels**, Secretary of the Navy under President Wilson, is explicitly named. The poem jokes that despite Daniels' fame and the Navy's strength, he "insists upon resigning"—likely mocking either his actual resignation or political controversies surrounding his tenure. **Mexico** is also referenced, alluding to ongoing American military tensions and interventions there during the 1910s-1920s era. The humor relies on the absurdity of a talking horse-marine serving as a vehicle for political commentary—a typical Life magazine approach blending whimsy with current events criticism. The poem continues beyond this page, suggesting sustained satirical commentary on naval leadership and foreign policy.
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