Life — September 20, 1917 — page 7: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis of Life Magazine Page **Top Illustration:** Four figures performing handstands diving into water—a humorous sequence showing acrobatic diving or athletic stunts. **"The Victor":** A poem celebrating a woman who overcomes obstacles through love and pride rather than through conscience, policy, or experience. It appears to celebrate female agency and emotional strength. **"A Possible Solution":** Discusses a small, olive-shaped German fruit that supposedly affects taste perception. The author suggests the government distribute this fruit to the German population since 1915, humorously implying Germans have poor judgment. This is WWI-era propaganda satirizing the enemy. **"Are We Getting the News?":** Criticizes President Stanwood Menken of the National Security League for withholding information about troop numbers in Europe, suggesting the government isn't transparent with citizens during wartime. **"Elder Sister (Coming out of Movies)":** A cartoon about moviegoing and money.