Life, 1922-06-15 · page 26 of 36
Life — June 15, 1922 — page 26: what you’re looking at
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This page contains mostly **humorous anecdotes and advertisements** rather than political cartoons. The humor is domestic and social rather than satirical: **Key Content:** The cartoons/jokes depict everyday situations: a novice driver's accident, a child's disappointment with a practical birthday gift, and bachelor sentiments about children. There's one sketch titled "The Evil That Men Do" showing what appears to be a WWI veteran ("You saved my life at Ypres") meeting someone who doesn't remember him—likely satirizing how quickly post-war society forgot soldiers' sacrifices. **Social Context:** The references to Ypres (major WWI battle) and casual treatment of a soldier's unacknowledged service suggest post-WWI disillusionment—a common theme in 1920s satire. The humor is light and personal rather than attacking institutions or political figures. **Mostly Advertising:** The page is dominated by cruise ship ads (Cunard's "Scythia") and subscription promotions for *Life* magazine itself.
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Lights and Shadows A lamp, they say, should gi r What’ subilety Tends to a‘indy? A mystery, still short of gloom, A something shaded, yet not shady! How It Happened “It was the first time I had ever driven a car,” feebly explained the vic- tim of the accident. “I got to going pretty fast and forgot how to stop. I looked ahead and saw a bridge rushing to meet me. I tried to turn out to let the bridge pass and—that is all I know abqut it.”—Country Gentleman. Sheet Lightning Harriet: Why do you put your head under the pillow when it storms? Junior: I am afraid of lightning. Harriet: But if it can’t see your head it might spank you. —Youngstown Telegram. Threepenny Wise Macniricent Inpivipuat (on London *bus): Will you take a pound note for a threepenny fare? Conpuctor: Not ’arf. Wot O! —London Mail. “Know the best way to keep a secret ?” “Yes, Hire an umpire to shout it through a megaphone.” —Nashville Tennessean. “Did 1? “THE EVIL THAT MEN DO” “Don’t you remember me, sir? saved my life at Ypres.” —Reproduced from Punch (London) He: by arrangement with the proprietors. A lamp is better overcast; Too candid rays are rarely pleasant, A “vamp” Should have not quite a “past”— But something not exactly present, —Keith Preston, in Chicago Nev: The Birthday Present It was Daisy’s twelfth birthday, and she had been given a silver thimble. Her friends admired the gift, but Daisy kept her sentiments to herself In the evening a very human aunt was shown the useful present. “Poor child!” was her only comment “Those are the first words of sym- pathy I’ve had to-day!” said Da and her pent-up feelings found relief in tears! —London Morning Post. Bachelor Sentiment He: Indeed, I am fond of children, particularly in the country. Sue: Why particularly when you're in the country? Not when J am in the c ry. When they are. —Sans-Géne You I'm sorry.” (Paris). Lire is published every Thursday, simultaneously in the United States, Great Britain, Canada and British Possessions. Title registered in U. Patent Office. $5.00 a year in advance. Additional postage to foreign countries in the Postal Union, $1.60 a year; to Canada, 80 cents. Back numbers cannot be supplied. The text and illustrations in Lire are copyrighted. For GH she Rights in Great Britain apply to Lire, Rolls House, Breams Buildings, Fetter Lane, London, E. C., England. The foreign trade supplied from Lire’s London Office, Re Breams Buildings, London, Canadian distributor, J. 386-388 St. No contributions will be returned unless accompanied by stam} addressed envelope. Lire does not hold itself responsible for th non-return of unsolicited contributions. Notice of change of address should reach this office two weeks prior to the date of issue to be affected. House, . Tanguay, James Street,’ Montreal, Canada, By Magnificent New . CUNARD S. S. “SCYTHIA”’ Specially Chartered Twin-Screw Turbine Oil-Burner, 21,500 Tons Sailing Feb. 6, 1923, returning April 9, visiting EGYPT Madeira, Spain, Gibraltar, Algiers, Sicily, Holy Land, Turkey, Greece, Italy, Riviera, Monte Carlo The “Scythia” is a veritable floating palace, with spa- cious decks, lounges, veranda cafes, 2 elevators, com- modious state-rooms with running water and large ward- robes; bedrooms and suites with private baths. The famous Cunard cuisine and service. (Only one sitting for meals.) Free optional return passage at later date by any Cunard steamer from France.or England. Rates, $600 and up, including shore excursions and all expenses. Early reservations advisable. Full information on request FRANK TOURIST CO. 489 FIFTH AVE..NEW YORK <svaevisscoe’s 219 So.15 “ST. PHILADELPHIA To Cultivate a Cheerful Exterior and the most confirmed pessimist will soon admit that the world won’t go to the bowwows just yet—at least not while LIFE is published every week! Try it yourself for a year, or, Obey That Impulse, and for a trial trip, avail your- self of our Special Offer Enclosed bas we Dollar (Canadian $1.20, Foreign $1.40) d Lire for the next ten weeks to Open only to new subscribers; no subscriptions renewed at this rate. LIFE, 598 Madison Avenue, New York One Year $5 Canadian $5.80 Foreign $6.60 : 79 comicbooks.com