Life, 1918-07-18 · page 31 of 36
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This page is primarily **advertising and book reviews**, not political satire. The main content includes: **Book Reviews Section:** Lists newly published fiction, drama, and essays, mostly relating to World War I themes—war narratives, internment camp accounts, and Russian revolutionary conditions reflect 1917-1918 concerns. **Advertisements:** - **Wilson Roll-A-Bed Tent**: A camping product pitched as convenient, portable equipment for motorists and campers - **Bachia Cigars**: A standard brand advertised at clubs and hotels - **Lionel Strongfort**: A physical fitness instructor promoting strength-building without "pills, potions and other exploited piffle"—this mocks contemporary patent medicine culture - **Open Door Magazine** and **Sexology**: Publications on animal welfare and sexual education The page reflects early 20th-century concerns: WWI literature, outdoor recreation's growing popularity, skepticism toward quack remedies, and emerging openness to discussing previously taboo topics like sexuality.
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rom ddressed of wns - date of Books Received Fiction ¢ Audacious Adventures of Miles Conaughy, by Arthur D, Howden (George H. Doran Company, A mildly humorous tale of sea ting and maritime adventure in the war The Two-Faced Man, by Varick Van- ardy, (The Macaulay Company, $1.40.) ‘A detective story with a mysterious un- derworld character as the central figure. The Invisible Enemy, by George C. (The Macaulay Company, $1.40.) zenious romance of shipbuilding and German intrigue. “ Mr. Mentey,” by G.I. Whitham. (John Lane Company, $1.40.) A formula story of mystery and love. The Ye Dog, by Henry Irving Dodge. (Harper & Brothers, 50 cents.) \ short story of applied patriotism in a malcontented community. Worrying Won't Win, by Montague Glass. (Harper & Brothers, $1.50.) Shrewd and humorous dissertations by Abe and Mawruss on a variety of topics of general interest. Drama 1d of Vengeance, by Sholom Ash ated from the Yiddish by Isaac Goldberg. (The Stratford Company, $t.) A three-act drama of heredity in an un- derworld environment. Essays Beyond Architecture, by A. Kingsley Porter. (The Marshall Jones Company, $2) A volume of architectural essays with a revolutionary aesthetic and intel- lectual thesis, The War The New Book of Martyrs, by Georges raowounceo BAY-SHA The Standard brand of uniform quality 32sizes 10* 10304 each x At all Clubs, Hotels and Dealers in 2, § genuinely fine cigars fcupt BACHIA & Co. NY. Ask for Bachia’s and get the best OH, Why sty ye You a pillsfeeder? Do you expect Mealth and Strength In tabloid form—through pills, potions and other exploited piffle? ucan't doit; it can’t be done. me ot by pan Weis not fave that is making os Lionel Strongfort, 628 PARK REILDING, The Acme of Camping Comfort INCE we introduced the Wilson Roll-A-Bed Tent, about a month ago, it has met with instantaneous approval by campers and motorists everywhere. The Roll-A-Bed Tent is a folding top, bedding roll and a tent all in one. It can be set up any- where in a few minutes and can be as quickly rolled up, and carried on the Automobile running board, in the Canoe; or easily transported in an: manner. 'y Like everything else, in the Wilson “RESTGOOD” line of Military and Camp Equipment, the de- sirability, convenience and comfort of this new idea, is the talk of the country. The response that we have already had is proof of its satisfaction. We are illustrating here a few of the many other Camp necessities that we make for Campers and Tourists. Ask your dealer for them. ‘Write us for illustrated literature and full particulars about the “RESTGOOD" line and the Wilson Roll-a-Bed Tent. Translated from the French by Florence Simmonds. (George H. Doran Company, $1.35.) A. series of finely realistic and imaginative hospital sketches and vignettes by a French mili- tary doctor. Interned in Germany, by H. C. M. honey. (Robert M. McBride & Co., A personal narrative of life in the notori- ous internment camp at Rubleben. Russia in Upheaval, by Edward Als- worth Ross. (The Century Company, ) An impartial account of social conditions in Russia during the revolu tionary year. Liberty and Democracy, by Hartley Burr Alexander. (The Marshall Jones Com pany, $1.75.) A collection of essays in definition of our political principles and ideals, Raemackers’ Cartoon History of the War, compiled by J. Murray Allison. Vol. I. (The Century Company, $1.30.) One hundred drawings of the first year of war. The Woy Out of War, by Robert J. Morris. (Doubleday, Page & Co. $1.) A biological view of the bases of per- manent peace. Duhamel. Address Dept. L-11. _\\___£\__/7. ane oe quanta” CHICAGO Makers of the famous line of “Restgood" mattresses box springs and pillows Justice and Compassion | ASK YOU TO SUBSCRIBE FOR THE | Open Door Magazine | which is doing much to protect animals from the tor- tures of vivisection. But we must widen our field of action. Public sentiment against this inhuman practice is growing; will you not help us to cultivate the humane spirit still further? Only $1.00 a year. New York Anti-Vivisection Society 486 FOURTH AVENUE NEW YORK Send for it now, imparts clear, wholessme Koowiedge a Young Womaa Spoold Hare. Koowledse a Youre Wile Sbocld Have. Kaowledce a Mother Sbosld Hae. Koowiedge a Mother Sbecld Lapart to Her Daegher. 0 pes Medial Koewede » Wie Stool Have | Were tor “O:her Je of Cont | PURITAN PUB. CO. | | | *¢ et Ta 797 PERRY BLDG. PHILA., PA,