Life — June 30, 1921 — page 20: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a farm advertisement rather than political satire. "Sunrise Farm" advertises itself as an idyllic honeymoon destination in Happy Valley, New Jersey, owned by C. Perkins. The accompanying illustration depicts a rustic farmyard scene with a couple, various farm animals (geese, ducks, chickens), children, laundry, and a horse—presenting a romanticized vision of rural domestic life. The ad emphasizes homey comforts: pure well water, good food, riding horses, and friendly hospitality. This reflects early 20th-century American advertising that marketed rural farms as charming retreats for city couples seeking wholesome leisure. The illustration supports the text's appeal to honeymoon couples wanting an authentic, family-like farm experience.