Life, 1926-04-08 · page 43 of 52
Life — April 8, 1926 — page 43: what you’re looking at
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This page contains two distinct pieces: **Left column:** Poetry/humor pieces mocking aspiring writers. "Plaint of a Second-String Lyrist" satirizes amateur poets who receive unwanted criticism, while "A Touch of Realism" humorously describes five thousand men attending a 1926 baseball game opening—many there solely to see women rather than the sport itself. The piece gently mocks working-class male behavior (truck drivers, bricklayers, etc.) occupying bleacher seats primarily for social rather than sporting interest. **Right side:** A full-page **Remington Portable typewriter advertisement**—not satirical content. It promotes the machine using Remington's slogan "To Save Time is to Lengthen Life," targeting modern professionals and students who need portable writing equipment. The ad emphasizes practicality, compactness, and affordability ($10 down, $5 monthly). The page juxtaposes satirical literary commentary with commercial advertising—typical Life magazine content mixing humor with revenue-generating ads.
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