Life, 1918-07-11 · page 13 of 34
Life — July 11, 1918 — page 13: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page contains WWI-era political cartoons titled "Historic Boys." The left cartoon shows "John Philip" (likely John Philip Sousa, the famous bandleader) conducting energetically, captioned "Uncle Sam's Psalm"—a patriotic reference to his role promoting American military causes. The right cartoon depicts "George G." (likely a naval or military figure) rowing between "Atlantic" and "Pacific," suggesting American naval power spanning both oceans. The satirical text sections mock domestic wartime management and military logistics. "Power" humorously suggests women's energy during wartime, while "Proof" jokes about military salary and management efficiency. The lower illustration, "A Sea of Upturned Faces," depicts crowds, likely referencing public support or recruitment efforts. The cartoons celebrate American military leadership and preparedness during World War I.
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49 [frome = pf HEARS | cincoew - i . | eeey ih LECH-# | HISTORIC BOYS JOHN PHILIP Uncle Sam's . Psalm The Navy is my watchman; I shall not want. * 2, He guardeth my harhors ; he protecteth my inland waters, 3. He restoreth my self-confidence; he leadeth me to y recruits for his name's sake. 4. Yea, though I stand in an ocean of death, I will fear no evil: for thou guardest me; thy submarine destroyers they comfort me. 3. Thou enablest me to send supplies to the Allies to defeat mine enemies; thou anointest my ships with oil; they transport my armies. 6. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will be in the land of the Free for- ever. Proof “VOU know, John has to be in Washington, and I'm to live with him, and our rent is twice what John’s salary is.” “Congratulations! You must be a wonderful manager to get off as easy as that.” XT week's Lire will contain announcement of the winner in Lire’s acroplane title contest. Nor I. Why, merely correc GEORGIE G. Power Vv =R saw a woman so full of energy.” two men busy.” “CA SEA OF UPTURNED FACES” ng her mistakes keeps