Life, 1922-09-28 · page 19 of 36
Life — September 28, 1922 — page 19: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This appears to be a satirical cartoon from Life magazine showing a confrontation between a person and two birds (likely kiwis, based on their distinctive long beaks and round bodies). The figure seems distressed, gesturing upward at what looks like dispersing insects or particles in the air above. The caption suggests someone brought "two mosquitoes" to this setting, and they've now multiplied or caused problems—"Look at the darned things now!" The specific political or social reference is unclear from the image alone. This could satirize rapid proliferation of pests, consequences of poor judgment, or possibly commentary on introducing problems to a situation. Without additional context about Life magazine's publication date or surrounding content, the exact target of satire remains uncertain.
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/hatev¢ induced you to bring those two mosquitoes. Look at the darned things now! comicbooks.com