Life, 1922-04-13 · page 2 of 34
Life — April 13, 1922 — page 2: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily **advertising content** for Kelly Kant-Slip Cords (automobile tires), not political satire or editorial cartoon. The illustration shows a 1920s-era car on a snowy road near a cottage. Two figures outside the car discuss tire safety—one recommends Kelly tires for traction on slippery roads, implying superior performance over competitors. The advertisement's message exploits contemporary concerns about **winter driving safety** on unpaved or icy roads, a genuine practical issue in the 1920s automotive era. The copytext emphasizes that Kelly Kant-Slip Cords provide both non-skid reliability and long mileage at competitive prices—standard advertising claims positioning them against unnamed rival tire manufacturers. This reflects early automotive consumer culture rather than political commentary.
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Published Weekly by Life Publishing Entered as Second Class Matter June 8, 1883, at the Post Office at at a y New York, N.Y. N. Y., under the act of March 3d, 1879. ‘Printed in New ¥¢ Subscription, Five Dol Entered as Second Class Matter at the Post Office Department, LLER, ‘Tre: 0, 2058. ‘April 13, Copyright in England and the British Possessions. ROVANDIE, Western M “Yes, Jerry, I know your car is more comfortable, but on these slippery roads I'd rather ride on Dick’s Kelly-Springfield Cords.” ELLY KANT-SLIP CORDS are not only a remarkable achievement in non-skid tires, but in addition to their ability to hold the road they deliver the long, uninterrupted mileage for which Kelly Tires have always been noted. Also, Kellys now cost no more than many other tires that have never had the Kelly reputation. comicbooks.com eo