Life, 1926-10-07 · page 31 of 44
Life — October 7, 1926 — page 31: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily a **product advertisement** for Fisher Bodies, a major automobile body manufacturer of the early-to-mid 20th century. The top illustration shows an ornate horse-drawn carriage, establishing the company's historical pedigree. The central photograph depicts an elegant enclosed automobile interior with arched ceilings and classical architectural details, emphasizing luxury and craftsmanship. The advertisement's text claims Fisher Bodies offer superior quality, durability, and safety across all price ranges. The Fisher logo appears at the bottom alongside the General Motors affiliation—Fisher Bodies was a subsidiary of GM. This is not satire or political commentary, but straightforward corporate advertising emphasizing manufacturing reliability and value to potential car buyers during an era when automobile body construction quality was a significant selling point.
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Machine-transcribed from the original scan — historical spelling and the odd misread are preserved.
The years of satisfying, quiet service re- corded by Fisher Bodies testify to the long-lived staunchness and superior quality of their construction. On cars in every price division, the Body by Fisher presents unexcelled value and safety HER BODIES comicbooks.com