Life, 1921-08-04 · page 3 of 34
Life — August 4, 1921 — page 3: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This is **not a cartoon or satire page** — it's a **straightforward advertisement** for Goodrich Silvertown Cord tires, published in *Life* magazine. The ad promotes Silvertown Cords' inclusion in a 20% price reduction by Goodrich. The text emphasizes the tire brand's reputation for quality among motorists and automobile manufacturers, highlighting their distinctive black anti-skid treads and cream-colored sidewalls as markers of superior craftsmanship. The single image shows a tire's profile with visible tread pattern and white-wall sidewall, labeled "The anti-skid safety tread Silvertown Cord." The ad concludes by directing consumers to look for the full name "Goodrich Silvertown Cord" when purchasing. There is no satirical content or political reference present.
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IVOF Goodrich | Tire Price Reduction Among tires SILVERTOWN is the name that instantly conveys the thought of the highest known quality. Motor car manufacturers and dealers are quick to emphasize to their prospects that their cars are equipped with Silvertowns— knowing that neither explana- tion nor argument is necessary. Silvertown Cords A are included in the The genuine value of Silver- towns has given them first place in the esteem of motorists. Their jet black anti-skid safety treads and creamy white sides give them the air of distinction that is ex- in a product which is the highest art of tire craftsmanship. The full name —‘*Goodrich Silvertown Cord”— appears on each tire. Look for it, and get the genuine. THE B.F.GOODRICH RUBBER COMPANY Akron, Ohio The anti-skid safety tread Silvertown Cord Your dealer will supply you with Goodrich Silvertown Cords, Goodrich Fabrics and Goodrich Red and Gray Tubes at the 20% price reduction. comicbooks.com