Life — May 13, 1920 — page 13: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This humorous illustrated sequence depicts puppies discovering and drinking from beer bottles or kegs, progressing through various stages of intoxication. The caption quotes what appears to be a parody of Ovid, suggesting the dogs become progressively drunk and "gape for drink anew." The satire likely comments on alcohol consumption and drunkenness in early 20th-century America, using cute animal characters to mock human drinking habits. The sequential progression showing escalating intoxication serves as visual commentary on excessive drinking and its effects. This reflects Life magazine's tradition of satirizing social behaviors and vices through humorous illustration. The piece doesn't reference a specific political figure or event, but rather represents broader social satire about drinking culture.