Life — May 5, 1921 — page 43: what you’re looking at

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us Tradition or Truth—There had been a certain amount of breeziness in the dis- cussion, which centered around the relative virtue and accomplishment of the two sexes. “You men,” said the advanced young woman, “think a great deal of yourselves because you think there is a Shortage of your kind. Personally, I should not mind in the least living in a world where the men and girls were sepa- rated by an ocean.” The daring bachelor smiled at her. “I daresay you are right,” he agreed. “ Still, in the event you men- tion, I'm certain that there would be a large number of women drowned.” —London Morning Post. Playing Safe—The firm of Hansen & Fransen was started in wartime and did very well for a couple of years. But last year things were on the down grade, and t when the two partners had finished making up their none-too-good record for the year, Hansen said: “ This would make anyone thoughtful. Now that the good times are over, how about a little honest business?” “No, thanks,” said Fransen. “I never indulge in experiments.” —Karikaturen (Christiania). Sharp Fellows—A certain lawyer was asked by an acquaintance how it was that lawyers contrived to remain on such frien terms with each other, although they were famed for their cutting re- marks. The lawyer looked at him with a in his eye, and remarked: :s, but they’re like scissors; they only cut what comes between.” —Japan Advertiser. The High Authority—The readers of the Raleigh sand Observer will get their first good laugh when Editor Jo- phus Daniels wants to quote somebody on something he thinks but doesn’t know, and finding no one who will stand for the quotation, says, “An official high in ninistration’s confidence, who for ‘ious reasons cannot be mentioned by . said to-day."—Kansas City Star. Existence Varied—New Butler At what time, sir, would you wish to dine as a rule? Profiteer: What time do the best people w Butler: At different times, sir. Profiteer: Very well. Then I too will ¢ at different times.—Punch. nrepentant— Hostess (to distinguished te And what does your reverence think of the Germans? Prelate: They resemble, alas, many of my beautiful parishioners. They always ask for absolution, but they never want to do any penance. —L'Illustration (Paris). The Catchpenny Title—Publisher (to euthor): The title of your book, “ The Art of Staying Young,” is a mistake; it won't catch on. Change it to “The Art of Growing Younger,” and it will be a best seller—Fliegende Blatter (Munich). The LUXURIOUS” Mobair Upholstery SANFORD MILLS, SANFORD, ME, Recall to mind that furniture of our grandparents with its lus- trous plush upholstery made of mohair. How well it with- stood the wear of generations! Chase Velmo is that lasting mohair plush of by-gone days under a new name—rich in new patterns and weaves— in harmony with period and modern’ furnishings. ; A A Pooh crema aaee L.C, CHASE & CO., Boston New York Detroit Chicago San Francisco Leaders in Mansfacturing since 1847 comicbooks.com