Life — August 29, 1918 — page 1: what you’re looking at

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# "Private Business" - Life Magazine, August 29, 1918 This illustration by P. S. Sinnott depicts a couple in an intimate embrace outdoors. The man wears a cowboy hat and dark clothing; the woman holds a parasol and wears a light dress. The title "Private Business" suggests the cartoon comments on personal romantic or intimate matters. Given the 1918 date—near the end of World War I—this may satirize the idea of soldiers and civilians pursuing private romantic interests while the nation was at war. Alternatively, it could simply be humorous commentary on courting customs of the era. Without additional context from the magazine's surrounding content, the specific satirical target remains unclear.