Life, 1926-11-18 · page 30 of 44
Life — November 18, 1926 — page 30: what you’re looking at
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This page mixes advertising with satirical content about 1920s American society. **The Main Cartoon ("Hollywood Idyl")** by Robert Lord mocks aspiring screenwriters in Hollywood who rely entirely on nepotism and connections rather than talent. Moe and Joe discuss their prospects—neither has actual work, but both expect jobs through distant relatives of studio executives (Jesse Lasky's chauffeur, Louis B. Mayer's brother). The satire is that these men view the film industry as utterly corrupt, where access matters infinitely more than ability. **"What They Know"** satirizes professional arrogance—each tradesman (butcher, garage owner, department store owner, etc.) believes they could run a completely different business better than actual professionals, revealing widespread overconfidence. **"A Good Guess"** appears to reference Prohibition-era politics: Wayne B. Wheeler was a famous Prohibition advocate and Anti-Saloon League leader, suggesting citizens confuse prominent activists with elected representatives. The page reflects 1920s anxieties about corruption, nepotism in emerging industries, and Prohibition's cultural dominance.
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NAIMEZ QUE MO! (Love Only Me ) LE NARCISSE (Black Narci CARON CORP.. 389 FIFTH AVE..NEW YORK “LTELLO, Moe.” “Hello, Joe.” “Workin’?” “Nope. You?” “Nope—but I got somethin’ swect lined up: friend o’ mine knows a guy related to Jesse Lasky’s chauffeur. So the next time they need a scenario editor over there——” “I'm expectin’ some gravy, too: I met a dame who's got a cousin that knows a guy who used to go to school with Louis Mayer's brother. So I'm practic’ly set out at Metro.” “Boy, ain’t this a tough business!” “Baby, ain’t it just!” Hollywood Idyl “Listen, Moe—wanna buy a beach club membership dirt-cheap?” “Nope—but I'll sell you my bran’- new Lincoln plenty cheap for cash.” “Well—see you some more over at the club.” imme a buzz pretty soon, old- long, Moe.” “S'long, Joe.” Robert Lord. A Good Guess STRANGER: Who represents this district in Congress? Crrizen: Wayne B. Wheeler. What They Know HAT EVERY BUTCHER KNOWS—How to run a garage better than any automobile man, What Every Garage Owner Knows —How to run a department store better than any department store owner. What Every Department Store Owner Knows—How to run a manu- facturing plant better than any manufacturer. . What Every Manufacturer Knows —How to run a theatre better than any theatre owner. What Every Theatre Owner Krows—How to run a butcher shop better than any butcher. F. H.W. Fast Work “TF it hadn't been for his wife, Jones would have spent every cent he had in the world.” “How did she manage to stop him?” he didn’t exactly stop him; she beat him to it.” MART New Yorkers only stay in their New York homes while deciding where else to go. In the winter you'll find them at Pinehurst, N. C. —the Center of Good Times. Golfandall outdoor sports. Carolina Hotel, famous for its tempting menus and luxury of service, now open. Every room with bath. For reserva- tions address General Of- fice, Pinehurst, N. C. Only 16 hrs., N. Y. C., thru car. Pinehurst NORTH CAROLINA comicbooks.com