Life — December 4, 1919 — page 10: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a **Chandler Motor Car Company advertisement**, not a political cartoon. It appeared in *Life* magazine during the publication's early advertising-heavy period. The ad targets **women drivers**, a notably progressive marketing angle for the era. The headline "Why Women Love to Drive the Chandler" and accompanying photo of a woman at the wheel emphasize the car's ease of handling and reliability—qualities marketed specifically to female consumers. The text highlights six body styles and notes Chandler's affordability and nationwide dealer network. The ad reflects the 1920s cultural shift toward women's independence and automobile ownership, presenting driving as accessible and desirable for women rather than exclusively masculine.