Life, 1924-03-13 · page 10 of 40
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**Main Story: "Lost—A Box of Matches" by Don Herald** This is a humorous short story about a man obsessively searching for a lost box of matches through his pockets. The narrative satirizes male absent-mindedness and the disproportionate anxiety men experience over trivial lost items. The story mocks how men blame external circumstances rather than accepting personal carelessness. **Top Cartoon (unsigned, appears to be by Cesare)** Shows two well-dressed men in conversation, with one asking "Good gracious! What's hit you?" The other responds "Old man, catch me, hold me!" This appears to be wordplay about physical or emotional distress, typical of Life's absurdist humor. **Bottom Comics: "Ba-by!"** A three-panel baby comedy strip showing adults attempting to amuse an infant with exaggerated expressions and sounds. **Right Column: Service Features** Advertisements for Life's advice columns on cabinet positions, character-reading, and patriotic quotes.
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