Life, 1919-01-09 · page 2 of 34
Life — January 9, 1919 — page 2: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This is primarily a **product advertisement** for Life Publishing Company, showcasing prints available for purchase. Rather than political satire, the page displays seven illustrated prints depicting dramatic narrative scenes: - "The Boy Who Became a Lawyer" - "Working To Beat Hell" (German photogravure) - "After the Battle" (printed in colors) - "Another Great Discovery" (printed in colors) - "How the Russians Started" (printed in colors) - "Target Practice" (printed in colors) - "Should Acquaintance Be Forgot" (printed in colors) The prints appear to feature romantic, military, and humorous domestic scenarios typical of early-1900s popular illustration. Priced at 21-25 cents, they were marketed as gifts or home decoration. This represents Life magazine's diversified publishing business beyond satirical journalism.
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