Life, 1921-02-03 · page 5 of 46
Life — February 3, 1921 — page 5: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily **advertising, not political satire**. It's a Hansen Winter Gloves advertisement from O.C. Hansen Manufacturing Co. in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The images show a man driving in winter conditions (the "zero weather" of the headline), demonstrating the gloves' practicality. The ad emphasizes product features: soft lamb fur linings, knitted wool, and careful construction that allows finger dexterity while driving. The phrase "Laugh at Zero Weather" is a marketing slogan suggesting these gloves make harsh winter conditions bearable. There is no political cartoon or social satire present—this is straightforward vintage advertising emphasizing warmth, comfort, and quality craftsmanship for winter motorists.
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Laugh at Zero Weather There are many reasons why the hands that wear Hansen Winter Gloves enjoy unusual warmth and comfort. First of all, come the linings. Take, for example, the Hansen importation of choicest lamb fur! This soft, dense fur relieves you of that extra bulk of the ordinary, native sheep lining. And your hand slips in, confident of comfort. Other types of lining— cozy wool fabric, knitted wool—a wide variety. Another reason for Hansen warmth is the way Soft Cuff Auto the linings are put in—exactly shaped and care- fer oe Mase fully fitted. You will realize the importance of of Black i : with Imported this when you wear a Hansen and find that the Lamb Fur Lining. we : . ¢ fis | Glove “and lining is so cleverly built with the glove, so close a part of it, that your fingers are free, active and supple. And, when it comes to materials, design and work- manship, in any type or style, for any season, the name Hansen is all you need to know. It means “distinction” with a ‘‘difference.” Glove Book on Request—It describes and illustrates many types and designs for motoring, dress or gen- Warm Lined Sereet eral wear, See your dealer and make your choice. Glove of African Cape Leather, Mace, in ail phe O. C. HANSEN MANUFACTURING CO. nrevailing shades. Also unlined 519-F Wright Street Milwaukee, Wis. comicbooks.com