Life, 1917-05-03 · page 34 of 42
Life — May 3, 1917 — page 34: what you’re looking at
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This page contains several short humorous anecdotes and advertisements typical of early 20th-century satirical journalism. **"Quite At Home"** jokes about a child's innocent misunderstanding—when told her new baby brother "has his things off," she means he's unpacked, but the neighbor's question "Is he going to stay?" implies concern about whether the parents will keep him. **"Getting-Off Places"** satirizes false piety: a minister's son, asked about his father's sermon, diplomatically praises it while revealing there were "three mighty fine places where he could have stopped"—suggesting the sermon was tediously long. **"Its Place"** mocks prohibition advocates through a drunk man who claims to support prohibition "in its proper place"—twenty miles from human habitation, meaning he wants to drink without interference. The advertisements (Gold Seal Champagne, Egyptian Deities cigarettes, Mum deodorant, Wilson Whiskey) are period-typical. The Wilson ad ironically emphasizes "moderation" while promoting whiskey—reflecting Prohibition-era tensions about alcohol consumption.
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Quite At Home Doris was radiant over a recent addi- tion to the family, and rushed out of the hoiise to tell thé news toa passing nelgh- bor. is it? the neighbor asked. “A new baby brother,” said Doris, and she watched very closely the effect of her announcement. “You don't say so,” the neighbor ex- claimed. “Is he going to stay?” “T think so,” said Doris. “He's got his things off.”"—Argonaut. Wine Jelly when flavored with Abbott's Bitters is mac+ | more delightful and healthful. Sample of bitters. by mail, | Bets. in stampa. C, W. Abbott & Co., Baltimore, Md. “Here, cabby, you haven't given me enough change.” “Well, mister, ye can’t expect to hire a hoss an’ kerridge an’ a expert ac- countant for fifty cents a mile.” —Pathfinder. Getting-Off Places GOLD SEAL A Philadelphia divine was entertain- ing a couple of clergymen from New. York at dinner, The guests spoke in Gsleaey 10 eee ss toje09) Cham agne praise of a sermon their host had de- keeps you fresh livered the Sunday before. The host's ‘i : son, was at the table, and one of the New and dainty A wine of the York clergymen said to him: “My lad, ; - Se what did you think of your father's ser- and free from embarrassment because it takes all s ; the odor out of perspiration. “ Mum” won't harm highest quality oe your skin or stain your clothes. “T guess it was very good,” said the ‘ boy, “but there were three mighty fine 25e—a drut: and department-stores. Urbana Wine Compai lites Which weleould Wave eiapoea” “Sum” isa Trade Mark registered in U. S, Patent Offce Urbana, N. Y. —Argonant. “MUM* MFG CO 1106 Chestnut St Philadelph Its Place “Are you an advocate of prohibi- tion?” asked the lady with the Bryan- esque chin. The self-controlled man can’t be “Yes, ma'am,” replied the individual stampeded. with the irrigated, carmine-colored eyes. “I advocate prohibition, in its proper Moderation is the watchword of “In its proper place? What do you mean, sir?” she demanded suspiciously. his life, in business, eating, drinking— “T mean, ma'am,” he answered, “at least twenty miles from any human everything. habitation, ma'am.” It is for him we make Wilson—a wonderfully mildandmellow Whiskey —That’s All! Providence Journal. The Whiskey for which we invented the Non-Refillable Bottle FREE CLUB RECIPES—Free booklet of famous club recipes for mixed drinks. Address Wilson, 13 E. 31st St. N.Y. That's All? “PARDON MY RUDENESS. . WILL YOU SHOW ME HOW TO BE A SETTER?” comicbooks.com