Life, 1921-10-13 · page 18 of 34
Life — October 13, 1921 — page 18: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This pen-and-ink sketch shows two figures in conversation at what appears to be a desk or counter. The image quality and OCR text are too degraded to identify the specific individuals or read any caption that would explain the cartoon's subject matter. Based on the formal dress, the setting, and the style typical of *Life* magazine's political satire, this appears to depict a social or political commentary—possibly involving business, law, or government. However, without legible text identifying the figures or the situation being satirized, I cannot responsibly identify who they represent or what specific event or issue is being referenced. **I cannot determine the cartoon's meaning from the available information on this page.**
📄 Transcribed text from this page (OCR, searchable)
Machine-transcribed from the original scan — historical spelling and the odd misread are preserved.
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