Life — March 29, 1917 — page 7: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis of Life Magazine Page This page features a satirical cartoon about the post-WWI "new baby" — likely referring to the newly formed League of Nations or post-war peace efforts. Two well-dressed women discuss a child with a dog, while a sign advertises "Automobile Painting Repairing Co." The joke's caption reveals the satire: when asked about the "new baby," one woman says she hasn't seen much of him because "he's been in the repair-shop most of the time since he came." This mocks the fragility and constant problems of whatever post-war institution or agreement is represented — it needs constant fixing rather than functioning properly. The "Psalm of the Pacifist" below ironically contrasts peaceful ideals with harsh reality, while the movie section discusses women's roles in society, reflecting 1920s social commentary.