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Life — September 29, 1921 — page 34: Life, 1921-09-29

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This page is primarily **advertising and entertainment coverage**, not political satire. The "Fool Personals" section presents **absurdist fake gossip** mocking prominent real figures of the era—John D. Rockefeller Jr., William Randolph Hearst, Judge Gary (Steel Trust), and others. The humor works by pairing these powerful, serious men in ridiculous scenarios (a bicycle tour, inviting radical Upton Sinclair to China, teaching literacy to famous writers). It's gentle satire on wealth and influence rather than biting political commentary. The page also includes product advertisements (Resinol soap, Waterman ink, Bellans digestive aid) and film reviews for silent movies, typical of *Life* magazine's mixed content format during this period (appears to be early 1920s based on film titles). The cartoon illustration shows a woman's profile—likely advertising Resinol's skincare claims about treating "embarrassing defects."

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FOUNTAIN PEN INK Best for General L. E. Waterman Co. 2am 191 Broadway “Sim New York wWoterman Ideal Dont hide skin trouble-heal it with Resinol No amount of cosmetics can con- ceal an ugly skin. They only fill in the pores and make the condi- tion worse. Resinol Soap cleanses the pores, giving them a chance to breathe and throw off impurities. This is why when used with Resi- nol Ointment it rids the skin of embarrassing defects, keeping it so clear and fresh it can hardly help being beautiful. At all druggists. Fool Personals Joun Drew is passing a couple of week-ends with Charlie Chaplin. Judge Gary of the Steel Trust and Samuel Gompers have gone on a bicycle tour of Long Island. William R. Hearst is decorating his apartments to receive the Hon. Lloyd George, who will be his guest during the disarmament conference. John D. Rockefeller, Jr., has cabled Upton Sinclair to join him in China. Wilbur F. Crafts and Jack Dempsey have taken a bachelor apartment in Greenwich Village. : Edsel Ford has just received a letter from Marshal Foch thanking him per- sonally for what he did for France. Amy Lowell and Walt Mason are collaborating on a light comedy. Lillian Gish is teaching Edith Whar- ton how to read and write. THE SILENT DRAMA Easy Stages “How did you happen to become a | burglar?” asked the welfare worker, “By easy stages,” replied No. 9876, “I first bought a soft drink concession at a county fair, then I drove a taxicab awhile. After that I promoted wrest- ling bouts and almost before I knew it I was breaking into people’s houses,” —Birmingham Age-Herald, Her Logic Mrs. A (at resort) : Doesn’t it worry you to write to your husband for more money? Mrs. B: Not at all. If he is having a good time he owes it to me, and if he isn't having a good time he has saved t—Boston Transcript. — Dunhill Smoker Pipes Article IMPORTING CO. 6 East 45th St., New York An exceptionally #4, Recent Developments jp (The regular Silent Drama department | will be found on page 22) The Three Musketeers. United Art- ists—Douglas Fairbanks, as D’Artagnan, demonstrates the perfect combination of a splendid actor and a splendid réle. In- telligently adapted by Edward Knoblock, well played by Mr. Fairbanks and an ex- cellent cast, and well mounted through- out, “The Three Musketeers” is destined to delight spectators of every wariety. Room and Board. Realart—Constance Binney in an Irish setting gives the or- ganist a chance to play every well-known ballad from “Mother = Mechree” to “Eamonn De Valera, We’re Mighty Proud of You.” Associated Pro- Good production by J. L. Froth- ingham of an E. Phillips Oppenheim melo- drama, with a competent cast. J’Accuse. Klaw—French war film that possesses great dramatic possibilities, some of which are not realized. The acting is remarkably good. Passing Thru. Paramount—Douglas MacLean in a rather weak comedy which will never offend anyone. The Affairs of Anatol. Paramount.— We have been authorized to announce to an expectant public that this stupendous production was directed by Cecil B. De Mille, and includes in its line-up no less than twelve stars, of whom Wallace Reid and Gloria Swanson are the starriest. Disraeli. United Artists—A really fine screen version of the famous stage play, with George Arliss repeating his former triumph in the title rdle. Forever. Paramount. — Another _all- star cast, but this time the results justify the effort. Du Maurier’s “Peter Ibbetson” has received reverent treatment at the hands of Elsie Ferguson, Wallace Reid, George Fawcett and Director George Fitz- maurice, and has been converted into a picture of great beauty and emotional strength. Beating the Game. Goldwyn—Tom Moore in another one of those things, which may strain the patience but not the intellect. For Review Next Week.—"Bits of Life,” “Dangerous Lies,” “No Woman Knows,” and “Footfalls.” 32 cool smoking mixture of medium strength 314 oz. Tin 90¢ 80s. Tin $1.75 MM Mixture An Easy Way to Remove Dandruff If you want plenty of thick, beautiful, glossy, silky hair, do by all means rid of dandruff, for it will starve your hair and ruin it if you don’t. . The best way to get rid of dandruff is to dissolve it. To do this, just apply a little Liquid Arvon at night before retir: enough to moisten the scalp, and r gently with the finger tips. By morning, most, if not all, of your dandruff will be gone, and three or four more applications should completely re- move every sign and trace of it. You will find, too, that all itching of the scalp will stop, and your hair will look and feel a hundred times better. You can get Liquid Arvon at any drug store. A four- ounce bottle is usually all that is nceded The R. L. Watkins Co, Cleveland, Ohio. 6 Beans Hot water Sure Relief L= FOR INDIGESTION comicbooks.com