Life, 1919-07-03 · page 11 of 52
Life — July 3, 1919 — page 11: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is **primarily an advertisement** for the AutoStrop Pocket Kit razor, occupying roughly two-thirds of the right side. The **left column** contains a brief satirical article titled "A Delightful Affair" referencing Miss Litvotsky and Mr. Berkstein Dinklebaum, described as "celebrated anarchists" who threw bombs, destroying property and killing American citizens. The piece discusses their capture and quotes officials debating their fate, with sarcastic commentary about the situation being "unprecedented" and "a democracy." The article appears to satirize contemporary **anarchist concerns** (likely early 20th century), using dark humor to comment on how authorities and society handle such cases. However, the specific historical event referenced remains unclear from this excerpt alone. The razor advertisement is unrelated to the political content.
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A Delightful Affair L" I; is, pleased to announce the cap- ture, through its special detective department, of Miss Horrendus Livot- sky and Mr. Berkstein Dinklebum, the celebrated anarchists. It may be re- called that a few weeks ago this couple threw bombs, destroyed much valuable property and killed a number of Ameri- can citizens. The question which naturally arises is, now that we have got them, what shall we do with them? A prominent official said late last night: “Miss Livotsky and Mr. Dinklebum have undoubtedly been inconsiderate. I should say under ordinary circum- stances they ought to be deported. But will the I, W. W. like this? We ought to go slow in these matters.” One mad person, who claims that he was born in this country, has suggested that Miss Livotsky and Mr. Dinkle- bum be taken out and shot. Of course such a wild and wholly unprecedented proceeding as this should be frowned upon. The police have taken the culprits into temporary custody, but it is un- derstood that they will shortly be re- leased, as they have received attractive “offers from several vaudeville man- agers. “We must remember,” said a mem- ber of the Cabinet yesterday, in dis- cussing the question, “that this is a democracy, and do nothing rash. The difficulties are enormous.” It is understood that the mayor will give a reception to Miss Livotsky and Mr. Dinklebum on Thursday after- noon. Mr, Hearst, to commemorate the occasion, will publish their pictures on the front pages of all his papers Meanwhile Lire’s enterprise in cap- turing them and bringing them into prominence has been favorably men- tioned by some of our most distin- guished politicians, Convenient Size Ji x4 inches Weight 7 ounces Ready for having Ll s Pocket Kit Ready to | | Strop or Clean For travelers—sportsmen —automobilists N a week-end visit—on a motor-trip—or on a long va- cation—the AutoStrop Pocket Kit is a real comfort for ev- ery man. Complete and compact, it weighs only seven ounces and can be tucked away in your hip pocket. In its flat leather case, the Pocket Kit contains an AutoStrop Razor with detachable handle, a specially treated strop, a metal mirror, and 12 of the wonderful AutoStrop blades. The AutoStrop Razor has a pat- ented stropping device built right into the frame. This feature enables you to put a fresh, keen edge on the blade without taking the frame apart or even removing the blade. It's like having a new blade each morning. A touch of the thumb adjusts the blade for close, medium or light shaving. The AutoStrop is the only razor that sharpens, shaves and cleans without removing the blade. Ask your dealer to show you the AutoStrop Pocket Kit. AUTOSTROP SAFETY RaZzoR Co. New York Toronto London Paris AutoStrop Razor — sharpens itself 500 clean, comfortable shaves from every dozen blades guaranteed. comicbooks.com