Life — February 6, 1919 — page 10: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Political Cartoon Analysis: Life Magazine, Page 198 **Top Cartoon: "Hint to Our Returned Warriors"** This satirizes post-WWI job prospects for returning soldiers. The scene shows military men with baby carriages in a wealthy residential setting. The caption cynically suggests that if soldiers want employment, they should accept "$40 a month and 'keep'" (room and board)—implying they're being offered domestic servant positions rather than dignified jobs befitting their sacrifice. **Bottom Cartoon & Text** References President Wilson and calls for lowering wheat prices for "The American People." The smaller cartoon titled "Even When the Pipes Freeze, Smith Has a Way to Make His Blood Boil" appears to be unrelated domestic humor, likely a separate satirical item. The page overall criticizes inadequate post-war employment and economic conditions for veterans.