Life, 1918-03-21 · page 50 of 56
Life — March 21, 1918 — page 50: what you’re looking at
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This page contains a domestic comedy sketch satirizing marriage dynamics and female authority. A wife confronts her husband about his emotional outburst, comparing him unfavorably to King Solomon (who had 700 wives). The joke hinges on the wife's absolute control: she permits her husband limited emotional expression only if it doesn't interfere with her energy for "vital questions." The sketch mocks the era's "New Woman"—educated, commanding, managing multiple suitors ("number four") with clinical detachment while keeping them as backups. Her casual, strategic approach to romance reflects early 20th-century feminist independence, though the satire suggests this threatens traditional masculinity. The final quoted line—"For men must work and women must weep"—ironically inverts the traditional saying, suggesting the power dynamic has reversed. The page is primarily advertising (Dunlap Hats, Cuticura), with this sketch as filler content typical of Life's satirical format.
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mamma, as I grow older, I shall have to consider these details more and more.” “Yes, my child; quite so. And num- ber four?” “ Jimmy Kosely, He's the silent sort —and serious! Dear me, his devotion is really pathetic, and unrelieved by the slightest ray of humor. No small talk — but strong on character.” “How do you stand him?” “Well, one never can tell. I do it on principle. In a few more years he may develop just the right traits to become companionable ; that type often does. He is young yet. Give him time. , At any rate, I keep him along, as a ground.” reall, I believe, at present.” amma.” “Thank you, my child.” Mrs. Tiller- ton turned to her husband. “Why, King Solomon, who was wiser than anybody, had seven hundred wives.” But there is only one heroine in DROWSY The new MITCHELL. romance by JOHN A story of love and me- AMES chanical triumph by the author of ““AmosJudd”’ and “‘ The Pinesof Lory,” **The Villa Claudia,”’ etc. Published by Stokes. Sent upon receipt of $1.50 by Lire PustisHinc Company, 17 West 31st Street. New York City. LUMMMOL 19/8 on Sale ESRD 22SaMichfan Ave. Chic Promotes (7 Hair Health ie Alleromeiats: Soap 25, Ointment 25 Sample cach ree of “Guticura: Dept, Be Boston. “ Are you satisfied,” she said severe- ly, “ that Maud knows how to take care of herself?” “Perfectly,” said Mr. Tillerton, twisting uneasily in his seat. “I hope you will forgive me—” “Oh, yes, I'll forgive you; but please don’t let these outbreaks occur any oftener than absolutely necessary. They use up energy that Maud and I ought to expend on the more vital ques- tions of life.” TLL. M | “For men must work and women must weep”