Life, 1921-04-07 · page 2 of 38
Life — April 7, 1921 — page 2: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily **advertising**, not satire or political commentary. The main content is a Victor Talking Machine Company advertisement promoting Victrola phonographs (priced $25-$1500). The ad emphasizes that Victrola records feature famous opera and concert singers—listing names like Caruso, Farrar, Galli-Curci, and Zimbalist (all renowned classical performers of the era). The pitch is that listeners can enjoy multiple world-class artists in one evening at home. The small "His Master's Voice" trademark image (the dog listening to a phonograph) appears at bottom. This is consumer advertising targeting affluent households interested in classical music and opera—not political satire or editorial commentary.
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The Victrola brings into your home the great attractions offered on the opera and concert stage. In one night you can hear not one fa- mous artist but as many as you choose. You share in the keen musical pleasure experienced by the hosts of music-lovers who attend the actual performances, for the world’s greatest artists make records for the Victor. Victrolas in great variety from $25 to $1500. Victor dealers every- where. New Victor Records dem- onstrated at all dealers on the Ist of each month. Victor Talking Machine Co. Camden, New Jersey ni wor uct comicbooks.com