Life — November 20, 1919 — page 3: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Hansen Gloves Advertisement This is primarily a **product advertisement**, not a political cartoon. The page promotes Hansen Gloves from the O.C. Hansen Manufacturing Company (Milwaukee, Wisconsin). The central image shows a fist grasping what appears to be a hammer or tool, symbolizing work and labor. The surrounding images display various glove styles numbered with product codes—ranging from dress gloves to heavy work mittens designed for different professions and activities. The slogan "Every Man—Every Need" emphasizes that Hansen produced specialized gloves for diverse occupations and occasions. The accompanying text highlights the company's quarter-century history of meeting workers' practical needs across "every field of activity," positioning the product as an essential gift or necessity rather than a luxury item.