Life — March 26, 1925 — page 7: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis of Life Magazine Page This page contains humor pieces and illustrations typical of early-to-mid 20th century satirical magazine content. **"Witchcraft"** is a poem by Arthur Guiterman mocking women's use of cosmetics and beauty aids (lipstick, rouge, henna, powder, pencil). It sarcastically suggests these are magical "transformations" rivaling historical enchantments. **"Life's Newer Arithmetic"** presents math word problems about commercial transactions—a bootlegger's Scotch whisky profits, theater ticket price increases for an Army-Navy game—reflecting post-WWI American commerce and entertainment. The cartoon **"Exercising the Royal Prerogative"** (artist unclear) appears to depict chaotic animal behavior, likely satirizing aristocratic privilege or upper-class excess, though the specific reference is unclear without more context. **"Mrs. Pep's Diary"** begins a society column about museum visits and early American interiors.