Life, 1922-01-19 · page 15 of 34
Life — January 19, 1922 — page 15: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page features a portrait of actress Kathlene MacDonell, labeled as appearing in a production called "Danger." Below the portrait is a poem by George S. Chappell addressing "Kathlene, my dear." The poem appears to be a romantic or sentimental tribute, referencing her performance in the drama and her character's emotional arc—specifically mentioning themes of love, marriage, motherhood, and domestic life. The verse suggests her character in "Danger" dealt with relationships and family matters in a tearful dramatic context. This is not political satire but rather entertainment coverage typical of Life magazine's arts and culture section, promoting a theatrical production through both portrait and verse. The content celebrates the actress and her dramatic role.
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Cop _Kathlene MacDonell : In “Danger” (7 ATHLENE, my dear, I felt a mild regret You lovéd him, as you sweetly up and said, i When first I saw you in this drama tearful. And I for one was glad to see you get him; Somehow, it did not seem your style, and yet ; He needed someone so to pat his head, You brought it life, and made me feel quite cheerful® To woo him, wife him, mother him and pet him. Within the bounds of secretarial life I only hope your afterlife was gay, Your radiance was shut up in a cupboard, And not°too filled with infant education, Until, hurrah! your man bawled out his wife And that the man you married (in the play) And left her, flat, to make you Mother Hubbard. Forswore his ancient habit of dictation. P : George S. Chappell right Life Pub, Co, i _ comicbooks.com