Life, 1923-06-28 · page 29 of 37
Life — June 28, 1923 — page 29: what you’re looking at
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This page contains **two advertisements and one small cartoon**. **Left side:** A Resinol Soap and Ointment ad featuring a man in a hat holding the product, promoting it for skin conditions (acne, oiliness, etc.). Below is a small cartoon showing a woman and man, with the caption: "It really isn't good form to give a girl a book on etiquette"—a satirical jab at social awkwardness, suggesting giving etiquette instruction implies the recipient lacks manners. **Right side:** An advertisement for Greater Chateau Frontenac, a Canadian Pacific Hotel in Quebec City. The ad emphasizes the property's 1923 modernization while preserving its historic castle aesthetic, targeting wealthy American tourists. It highlights amenities like 350 rooms and a continental restaurant while playing on nostalgia ("Norman baron"). The page reflects 1920s consumer culture and genteel humor about social propriety.
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Resinol Soap and Ointment unsurpassed for toilet use by those who want the best Whether you are the fortunate possessor of a natur- ally healthy skin,—or annoyed by a_ complexion that 8 coarse, blotchy, oily or otherwise imperfect,—Resinol Soap and Ointment will meet all your requirements. This ref: ing toilet soap cleanses and protects the skin as no other soap an because of its valuable Resinol properties. These ingredients soothe End heal the skin while cleansing it nd build a healthy foundation which Ointment ith marked success, for all forms of Resinol Shaving Stick completes ie Resinol trio. It has the same ecthing qualities and refreshing ssinol odor and is easily the fa- > . srite with those who have tried —— j once, Resinol products at all en In e e Eruggists. i “Try them three days. ! \7Z You'll buy them always.” = = : Take a week this year. Come up forthe newchapterin Quebec’ shis- tory—Greater Chateau Frontenac +.» The familiar turrets on the cliff are now dominated by a huge tower. Their famous hospitality is now broadened by 1923 modern- ity. .. Among the additions are 350rooms with bath. Period suites. Ball-room. Continental restaurant. Club lounges, . . Thus, you live in the castle of a Norman baron. At your feet, a 17th century town. At your beck, 20th century service and pleasures, . . Make it Quebec this year, and behold the link between America’s oldest and its newest. Come bymotoror railway. The Canadian-Pacific will arrange your trip. In New York, 344 Mad- ison Avenue. In Chicago, 140 So. Clark Street. Or write Chateau Frontenac, Quebec, Canada. Gren CHATEAU RNRIUNUUR NMA ATATTUIA ELE aS FRON TENAC A CANADIAN PACIFIC HOTEL ATOP OLD QUEBEC TREALLY ISN’T GOOD FORM TO GIVE A GIRL A BOOK ON ETIQUETTE. comicbooks.com