Life, 1919-09-04 · page 43 of 48
Life — September 4, 1919 — page 43: what you’re looking at
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This page contains a satirical article titled "WHICH IS THE PURSUER?" about Colonel Shanton's travels through Puerto Rico during Prohibition. The cartoon depicts a man driving a car while being chased—the visual pun plays on whether the "pursuer" is law enforcement chasing a bootlegger, or vice versa. The text humorously documents Shanton's extensive rum-drinking across Puerto Rico, referencing historical events like Miles's army and Columbus. It mocks Prohibition's effects by noting that once-vibrant social spots like the Elks Club are now dry, offering only "lemon pop and salt sea waves." The article satirizes Prohibition enforcement by mentioning "Sergeant Pino Nunez," a "prize prohibition sergeant" who used local water to run bootleggers out of town. The advertisement for Pantasote car upholstery appears unrelated to the satirical content, typical of Life's mixed editorial-advertising format.
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