Life, 1921-05-12 · page 27 of 36
Life — May 12, 1921 — page 27: what you’re looking at
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This page combines a literary review with travel advertising, typical of early 20th-century magazine layouts. **"The Brimming Cup" Review** (left side): A rhymed critique of Dorothy Canfield's novel about a married Vermont woman tempted by another man. The review, credited to Arthur Guiterman, praises the author's moral grounding—she doesn't sensationalize the adultery scenario but instead shows the protagonist rationally choosing her actual values over passion. The satire's gentle point: this is serious, thoughtful literature that respects both reader and subject matter. **Burlington Route Advertisement** (right side): A straightforward travel promotion encouraging Western tourism via the Burlington railroad. The imagery—cowboys, bears, geysers—represents actual scenic attractions (Yellowstone, Rocky Mountains, California). This isn't satirical; it's a genuine commercial pitch emphasizing flexibility and affordability of circular train routes. **"Sure Relief" (bottom left)**: An unrelated patent medicine ad for Bellans antacid. The page reflects Life's editorial strategy: juxtaposing literary sophistication with commercial content aimed at educated, affluent readers.
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Rhymed Reviews The Brimming Cup (By Dorothy Canfield. Harcourt, Brace & Co.) V HERE strong Vermont's embowered hills Embrace the pleasant town of Ashley, \ lady feels ecstatic thrills \nd yet refrains from acting rashly. Marise had long been wed to Neale; Her age was slightly over thirty, When Marsh, a man of strong appeal, Vhilandered round behaving flirty. “Come, leave your lord and children three! They stunt your life; they're drags and anchors, "he cried, “regain with me youth for which your. spirit hankers!" Marise was moved; and, much afraid Of things that stirred her being’s center, Implied to Neale her need for aid; But Neale refused to be her mentor, Said he, “ You're neither weak nor blind; And who am I to make and mold you? Face all your doubts and know your mind. I must not even try to hold you.” No longer Fear's nor Passion’s thrall, searched her soul with eyes un- aunted ; ince one cannot have it all, chose the thing really wanted. lis work is built on solid ground; es you hope; it’s human-hearted : It doesn’t merely chase around To leave you, dizzy, where you started The author dares to hold a creed, And still forbears to preach of duty er every page is good to read; She never loses touch with Beauty Arthur Guiterman, Hot water Sure Relief The National Park Line Follow this trail to vacation joyland ~it takes you everywhere West UR fascinating West is the greatest out- doors in the world. It's “chuck full” of scenic wonders the like of which can be seen nowhere else. On aBurlington citcle tour you can include the several wonder spots which you desire to visit — as many as you'll have time to see; go one way and return another—on through trains—on one ticket. Toillustrate: suppose you go first to Colo- rado—that playground of playgrounds; then to Rocky Mountain National-Estes Park and be literally care free; or stop over inthe Colo- rado Springs-Manitou region; then “hop” over the Rockies into “The Promised Land” —Utah; finally to California. See Yosemite and other inspiring scenes. Return through the enchanted land of the Pacific Northwest, with its Crater Lake and Mount Rainier, and via either Glacier National Park—the most talked of place in America by out-of-doors people, or Nature’s own museum—weird and mysterious Yellowstone. Go when and where you fancy —take all or any part ofthat trip. Reverse it, if you wish —anywhere West via the Burlington. For convenience — more-travel-comfort-at-the- same-cost—choose Burlington service. Ask your local agent — he knows. P. S, EUSTIS, Passenger Traffic Manager CB. & Q.R. R., Chicago Free descriptive booklets “Rocky Mountain National- Estes Park,” "Scenic Colorado and Uta! Park,” “Yellowstone Park.” Send for the one you want. comicbooks.com