Life, 1926-05-20 · page 13 of 44
Life — May 20, 1926 — page 13: what you’re looking at
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This page contains three distinct pieces of satire about 1920s social life: **"Movie Lovers"** (poem by Baron Ireland): Satirizes cinema etiquette by cataloging annoying moviegoers—those sitting too near, too far, or in poor positions; the woman with a rustling dress, the noisy eater, the perfumed woman. The joke targets shared frustrations of theater attendance. **"Apostasy"** (Edwin H. Blanchard): Mocks a newspaper editor's reversal of political beliefs after becoming convinced of the press's power, specifically regarding stock prices and financial reporting. **"Examinable"** and **"Feminine Reserve"**: Brief humorous exchanges about "wearables" (clothing) and romantic disappointments. The illustrated cartoon depicts a movie theater scene, reinforcing the "Movie Lovers" theme with a sketch of audience members in period dress and seating positions.
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