Life, 1921-06-02 · page 39 of 44
Life — June 2, 1921 — page 39: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily **advertising**, not political satire. It contains four distinct advertisements from the early 20th century: 1. **"Mum" deodorant** — emphasizes preventing body odor and perspiration through daily use of a cream product (25 cents) 2. **Evans's Depilatory** — removes unwanted hair safely (75 cents) 3. **Rolls-Royce automobile** — a luxury car advertisement claiming that Pantasote fabric was selected for the vehicle's interior materials, suggesting quality and exclusivity 4. **Major's Cement** — industrial adhesive for repairs The Rolls-Royce ad contains a subtle joke: it suggests the car would be even more luxurious if cost weren't a limiting factor in material selection—implying exclusivity through restraint rather than excess. The other advertisements reflect period attitudes toward personal hygiene and beauty standards. These are straightforward consumer pitches with no apparent political commentary.
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