Life, 1919-02-20 · page 34 of 34
Life — February 20, 1919 — page 34: what you’re looking at
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This page from *Life* magazine announces Colonel Theodore Roosevelt's death. The main article reveals that Roosevelt corrected proofs for his final editorial on January 4th, which will appear in the March *Metropolitan Magazine* issue—described as "his last message to his countrymen." The page is primarily promotional material for *Metropolitan Magazine*, emphasizing Roosevelt's legacy as a great American leader embodying patriotic "Americanism" and "fighting spirit." It advertises the March issue will include his final editorial, a portrait, and a republication of his famous earlier piece "The Great Adventure." The Cunard shipping advertisement on the left, promoting transatlantic service returning to "normal," provides historical context—suggesting this magazine likely dates to early 1919, following World War I's conclusion. The remaining page content consists of book advertisements and unrelated commercial notices (Bell-Ans indigestion remedy).
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