Life — July 11, 1918 — page 18: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This Life magazine page features a cartoon by Harrison Cary titled "A Salute on the..." (title cut off). The image shows a single figure in dark formal clothing and a hat, appearing to salute or gesture upward toward a faded background scene depicting multiple figures in period dress. The cartoon likely contains political or social satire, though without the complete caption, the specific reference is unclear. The contrast between the bold, dark figure in the foreground and the faint historical scene behind suggests commentary on how a contemporary figure relates to past events or traditions. The salute gesture implies respect, mockery, or ironic commentary on authority or historical precedent.