Life — May 22, 1924 — page 15: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a satirical horoscope illustrated by Georgius Cupella and charted by "Hejartha the Younger." The artwork depicts an elaborate zodiac-themed illustration with classical figures and cosmic imagery. The horoscope makes playful predictions for various groups throughout 1924, including entries for "Red Cometh Now," "On the Green Guard," "Blind Dolour for Some," and "Over Mere Flowers." The text uses ornate, mock-mystical language typical of astrological predictions while clearly mocking them. The elaborate decorative border, celestial symbols, and classical allegorical figures (including cherubs and maidens) create a whimsical, tongue-in-cheek tone. This appears to be *Life* magazine's humorous take on the popular horoscope trend of the 1920s, satirizing both astrology and contemporary social concerns through fanciful predictions.