Life, 1926-03-11 · page 14 of 40
Life — March 11, 1926 — page 14: what you’re looking at
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This page contains three distinct humorous pieces: 1. **"Riches Have Wings"**: A cartoon depicting two men discussing Florida real estate. The satire mocks the get-rich-quick mentality of Florida land speculation, suggesting that wealth in such schemes is ephemeral ("has wings"). The joke implies one should examine properties carefully before investing. 2. **"More Work for St. Patrick"**: A poem by Morris Bishop satirizing Irish-American stereotypes and traditions, referencing snakes, harps, Irish food, and Jewish culture in a comedic way typical of 1920s-30s American humor. 3. **"Suburban Developments"**: A cartoon about neighbors discussing shared walls and Charleston dancing—poking fun at cramped suburban housing and the era's popular dance crazes. 4. **"Fairy Story"**: A brief humorous anecdote about a theatre fire, by Herbert J. Mongham.
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