Life, 1917-11-22 · page 41 of 44
Life — November 22, 1917 — page 41: what you’re looking at
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This page contains **satirical dialogue mocking German leadership during World War I**. The cartoon depicts the Kaiser (German Emperor Wilhelm II) angrily confronting the Kaiserin (his wife) about a "renegade Hohenzollern"—likely referring to a German official or relative who has criticized the Kaiser's conduct of war, specifically for allowing his army to spread disease into enemy territory. The satire's point: The Kaiser is outraged not that spreading disease is immoral, but that someone dares *question his authority* or suggest he violates treaties and his word. The Kaiserin's shocked responses ("What baseness!") mock how the German court prioritizes obedience and honor-of-authority over ethical conduct. This reflects American WWI-era propaganda portraying German leadership as hypocritical, militaristic, and indifferent to civilian suffering—justifying U.S. opposition to Germany. The page also contains advertisements and a Christian Science Monitor promotion, typical of Life's mixed content.
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> pub- f any e, the robat. anies found ul lay who is day great o give York 1 that medy yrgan The Kaiserin shook her head sadly. renegade Hohenzollern! That's what he is!” continued the Kaiser hoarsely. “Do you know what he has done now?” No! What?” asked the Kaiserin. The Kaiser kicked the wall in a burst of rage. “ You won't believe it,” he shouted, “ but that renegade Hohen- zollern has dared to take me to task for allowing my army to send disease germs into his kingdom! He has dared to question my acts—my acts, mind you!” “Oh!” gasped the Kaiserin hotly. “What baseness!” “You bet!" snarled the Kaiser. An International Daily Newspaper “It vould be a fine thing if this excellent daily newspaper could go into every home in the country, for it is not only a daily newspaper but in fact a daily magazine of tremendous value, The most strik- ing feature of the Monitor at this time is its cwonderful forcign news, giving exclusive information and articles in regard t0 the situation in Europe.” (The Dayton, Ohio, Journal) Published daily in Boston, U.S.A., The Christian Science Monitor circulates the worid over. The Monitor conducts its own news gathering bureaus in all parts of the world, and because its news of the world war and of all great diplomatic affairs of the nations is said by other newspapers to be the most complete inthe world, its news is “news” whenever received by the subscriber, It omits entirely from its columns the sensationalism which makes up so. large a part of the news of the day usually seen by the public, Advertising columns are also com- pletely censored. A single article is devoted each day to a discussion of Christian Science for those who are interested. The paper is in reality “Am Inter- national Daily Newspaper"’—the first one ever published. The Christian Science Monitor is on general sale throughout the world at news stands, hotels and Christian Science reading-rooms at 30 2 copy. A monthly trial subscription by mail anywhere in the world for 75c, a sample copy on request. THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE PUBLISHING SOCIETY BOSTON USA, Zero weather—jammed into a crowded street car—standing on a cold damp floor— bad air—poot ventilation—-raicomfortable. And why this gambling with sickness — running the risk of colds and gripe, besides paying storage for your automobile? Drive YOUR Car in Winter KEEP HEALTHY AND SAVE MONEY. INSTALL THE Coal-Burning Self-Regulating Hot Water The One-Car Sys- plete Only $69 READY-TO SET-UP Prevent freeze-ups and big repair bills. Keep your car warm'for a quick, sure start day or night in zero weather on Se worth of coal a day. Approved by Fire Undenwriters, Fire Chiefs and Insurance Men Coal burning, self-regulating hot water heating system ; pipes and connections cut to ft, Can be set up in a few hours by any handy man. yrs for Big FREE Catalog. Contains letters of endorsement from all parts of the country. describes WASCO systems for one- to ten-cat garages W. A. SCHLEIT MFG. Co., Inc., 18 Eastwood St A 2-car WASCO System (2 radiators), $84, This heater and one radiator make the !-car WASCO Sy:tem, $65. “More than that, he actually pretends to be proud because he lives up to his promises and won't violate his treaties. The fool! Even though he is losing his kingdom, he won't go back on his word of honor and make a separate with us.” The scum!" cried the Kaiserin. he low renegade!" “Oh, you haven't heard all of it growled the Kaiser. “He even sank so low as to issue a statement to his army requesting it to treat women and children with respect and decency, and not to degrade itself by descending to any of the barbarities which have made the German army a by-word and a hissing on the tongues of men!” “ Was there ever such a beastly rene- ga de 1” moaned the Kaiserin. ever!” exclaimed the Kaiser. “Never! Think of it! - The dog is actually behaving in such a manner that decent people would be glad to associate with him!” “I'm ashamed to think that he’s a Hohenzollern!" sobbed the Kaiserin. Sinking into cach other's arms, the Kaiser and the Kaiserin wept so pro- fusely in their anger that the boudoir carpet looked like a miniature of the Mazurian Lakes. yp ATION is a confession of limi- tation, comicbooks.com