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Life — December 14, 1916 — page 20: what you’re looking at

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Life — December 14, 1916 — page 20: Life, 1916-12-14

What you’re looking at

This is a political cartoon from Life magazine showing five gentlemen in formal Victorian/Edwardian dress (top hats and morning coats). Four men appear distressed or uncomfortable, while one on the left holds a cane and seems composed. The title "From Whom" (likely "From Whom it Stings" based on the partial OCR) suggests the cartoon criticizes capitalists or wealthy figures. The scene appears to depict businessmen reacting to some form of criticism or "sting"—possibly labor agitation, taxation, or social reform pressure. The formal dress and body language suggest established wealth, while their discomfort indicates satire directed at their position. However, without the complete caption or date, I cannot definitively identify the specific figures or which historical economic controversy is referenced. The artwork style suggests early 20th century.

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