Life — March 3, 1921 — page 12: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# "Two Thousand Weeks of LIFE" This page celebrates Life magazine's longevity with a tall vertical cartoon showing performers climbing a ladder alongside theatrical figures descending. The illustration depicts Life's two-thousand-week milestone of publication. The accompanying article discusses Life's enduring audience and the magazine's relationship with its performers and readers. It notes that while some early supporters have left, new younger audiences join constantly. The piece emphasizes that Life values loyal "old friends" who sustain the publication, though it welcomes newcomers. The article references a Roman poet's quote about variability in public taste, suggesting that Life accepts it cannot please everyone equally. It concludes by hoping Life maintains its current audience while continuing its satirical mission post-1914, avoiding alignment with any particular political side.