Life, 1923-02-15 · page 3 of 36
Life — February 15, 1923 — page 3: what you’re looking at
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This page contains two distinct sections: **"Question of the Day"** (left): A humorous poem by L.A.M. pondering how women's fashionable overshoes will function in winter snow—questioning whether decorative buckles and trim can actually protect ankles and keep snow out, or if they're purely ornamental. **"The Loves of Horace"** (bottom left): A satirical story by B.P. narrating how a man named Horace repeatedly married poorly, choosing women for wrong reasons (loneliness, pity, companionship), yet each marriage failed due to the women's selfishness or incompatibility. The punchline suggests the pattern was Horace's own fault. **Knox Hats Advertisement** (right): A full advertisement emphasizing that Knox hat labels signify quality and craftsmanship worth premium prices ($7-$40), with illustrations of featured derby and Knightsbridge styles. The page blends satirical commentary on fashion and relationships with branded advertising.
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Question of the Day HE wintry snows are here T once more And I await the news On how the flappers—those of yore— Will wear their overshoes.- I wonder if they'll scuff their way Through drifts with buckles flying, Like snowbirds winging at their ( me, ’tis cause for sighing !) ; Or will they stalk sedately through The snows, with ankles trim Encased, as nature meant them to, To guard each twinkling limb? I wonder if one buckle taut, Qr two, or three (it rankles), Will keep the winds the season’s brought From running up their ankles. I've pondered o'er the problem moot Until I'm nigh despairing: The style, the shape, the new storm boot, The manner of its wearing! The wintry snows are here again; I would know, by gosh, is and where and even when The flappers wear galoshes! L. A. M. The Loves of Horace Horace, when he was twenty-one, resolved to honor Annette by g her his wife. But after a week of deliberation he decided that she was too homely. Two years later he came near con- ferring himself upon Clarissa. But Clarissa, he presently discovered, was too selfish. When Horace was twenty-six Veronica was the favored one. He decided to engulf her with joy by offering her the Big Prize. Then, at the last minute, he decided that she was too extravagant. At thirty-one Horace gave Loyette some careful consideration. But it presently came out that Loyette was a heavy drinker. And a bit too old to qualify for the Lofty Niche. Then at last, after many had been called and none’ chosen, Horace found the one perfect woman! Su- perl)! Flawless ! What is your guess, reader? That Nature’s One Outstanding Master- Piece gave him the gate because he was too homely, too selfish, too ex- travagant, too bibulous and too old? And that he later married a woman who was homely, selfish, extrava- gant, bibulous and old? You're right. They did. BaPs By the graceful lines of the crown and the brim, the Knox Fifth Avenue Derby takes a distinctive place in fashion, all its own. Seven dollars, (Knox Caps $2.50 to $5.00. The Knox Keighmoor of soit, shaggy texture, is an example of a hat that meets the demands of style and long service. Ten dollars. (Knox Caps $2.50 to $5.0¢) = There’s more to a hat than a label \ 1 he FEEL a certain natural pride when anyone catches sight of a Knox label in your hat. Experience has shown American men the wisdom of paying trom seven to forty dollars for a Knox Hat. They know that when they see the Knox label, they needn’t look any further. Yes, there’s more to a hat than the label,—especially when it’s Knox. KNOX SOFT HATS AND DERBYS 7 to $40 In leading stores throughout the country wherever the Knox Coat of Arms is displayed, you are as- sured of style, quality, and courteous attention. NEW YORK + SAN FRANCISCO Fifth Avenue at goth St. gt Grant Avenue FOR MEN AND WOMEN comicbooks.com