Life, 1919-06-05 · page 15 of 46
Life — June 5, 1919 — page 15: what you’re looking at
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This page contains two distinct pieces: **Top cartoon ("Romance and Reality"):** Shows an interior scene with elegantly dressed figures in what appears to be a drawing room, illustrating the contrast between romantic idealization and practical reality in relationships. **"When Burleson Did Exit" (March 27, 1921):** References Albert Burleson, Postmaster General under Wilson, apparently celebrating his departure from office. The text describes public jubilation—parades, church services, factory whistles—suggesting he was widely unpopular. The satirical tone indicates Burleson was considered a restrictive figure, likely due to his censorship policies during WWI. **"Model Matrimonial Material":** A humorous piece about wealthy men who prove undesirable husbands, with the joke being a woman's practical question about money reveals his true nature. The photograph labeled "Burleson" appears to be a portrait of the departing official.
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When Burleson Did Exit MARCH 4TH, 192T (Or will it be sooner?) “PRE parading, shouting crowds in all the cities exceeded those of Armistice day. Te Deums were sung and thanksgiving prayers were said in all the churches of the nation. The factory whistles blew ill day. The Liberty bell rang once again. ‘The three bottles of whisky left undiscovered by the Prohibition sleuths were drained in honor of the occasion, The one sad note was the adoption of the resolutions of mourning by the State of Texas over the return of her noble native son. Model Matrimonial Material "THOUGH he was wealthy, people often wondered How a brilliant woman could endure him, For he was slower than molasses in cold weather. Someone finally solved the mystery— He could not think of a reason for refusing When she asked him for money. comicbooks.com