Life, 1927-07-21 · page 13 of 38
Life — July 21, 1927 — page 13: what you’re looking at
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This page contains several satirical pieces typical of early 20th-century Life magazine humor: **"Botanology"** by John Irving Marshall is a humorous poem about plucking flowers while deciding "She loves me, she loves me not"—a playful take on romance and indecision. **"For the Summer Tourist"** mocks the fashion choices of vacationers, suggesting women adopt "eye-shades" and Mohawk Trail-inspired clothing to fit summer resort culture. The accompanying cartoon shows two men on a train—one appears to be a conductor or authority figure stopping a vagrant or hobo. **"Given to the World"** describes solving a marital problem: the author's wife's anxiety while driving. The piece satirizes gender stereotypes about women drivers. **"You Dreadful Man!"** is a brief cartoon joke about a boatman and tramp with romantic undertones. The page emphasizes period concerns about fashion, tourism, and gender roles.
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