Life — October 4, 1917 — page 22: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This appears to be a satirical illustration showing a line of young boys standing against a wall, with the headline "How to Deal with Certain Ari[ticles]" and subtitle "FOR THE PROTECTION OF OUR BOYS." The cartoon likely critiques moral panic or social anxiety about corrupting influences on youth—possibly referencing obscene literature, inappropriate materials, or other perceived threats to childhood morality. The stark, serious artistic style and formal lineup of figures suggests the cartoon is mocking overly dramatic or heavy-handed protective measures. Without the complete headline text or publication date visible, the specific "articles" being referenced remain unclear, but the overall message appears satirical commentary on adult anxieties about youth corruption and censorship debates of the era.