Life — November 13, 1919 — page 1: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Life Magazine Cover, November 13, 1919 The main illustration shows a young girl sitting with a dog on her lap, preparing to tell a story. The caption reads: "SIT STILL NOW, SANDY, AN' I'LL TELL YOU A STORY ABOUT A LITTLE DOG CATCHING RATS." This appears to be a gentle, domestic humor piece rather than political satire. The joke seems to be simple: a child is about to tell her pet dog a story about—ironically—a dog catching rats, suggesting the innocent circularity of children's storytelling. The decorative header artwork contains whimsical cherubs and fantastical imagery typical of Life's artistic style from this era. The ornamental left border features small vignettes in medallions, characteristic of the magazine's decorative design.