Life, 1922-02-16 · page 9 of 34
Life — February 16, 1922 — page 9: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This political cartoon depicts an elephant labeled "G.O.P." (Republican Party) at a post office, appearing to mail something labeled "THE MOVIES" to "THE MOLES." A well-dressed figure (likely a politician) holds an umbrella nearby. The satire targets Republican involvement with or support for the movie industry, suggesting they're operating at a subterranean level—"the moles" being a derogatory reference, implying underhanded or secretive dealings. The phrase "seeking his level" suggests the GOP is descending to corrupt or disreputable practices. The accompanying "Fashion Notes" discusses Princess Mary's wedding attire and ex-soldier unemployment relief, topics likely contemporary to this issue.
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foot gis- the Vhy just ed? kers ‘ike, .eci- cOv- the and re- t is t of Seeking His Level Fashion Notes T has been definitely announced by the court dressmakers that full dress will be worn at the wedding of Princess Mary. This means that while there will be no veils or plunes, most of the women will wear head lappets and jewels in their hair. According to the statement, “the men’s costume will be either court dress or full dress uni- form, but for soldiers without dress uniform, service uni- form. will be permitted.” Announcement has also been made by the Great War Veterans’ Unemployment Commis- sion that, during the winter months, for ex-soldiers without civilian overcoats, service overcoats will be per- mitted. For those without service overcoats, newspapers, when tucked under the coat, are said to be warmer than nothing. comicbooks.com