Life, 1927-09-15 · page 6 of 40
Life — September 15, 1927 — page 6: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is primarily an **advertisement for Sesamee locks**, not political satire. The illustration depicts a comedic scenario about luggage security: a porter juggling multiple suitcases while passengers watch anxiously. The caption notes the "unpleasant situations" of lost luggage—a common travel problem of the era. The ad emphasizes Sesamee's convenience: a combination lock requiring no key, operated by pressing a button and turning dials. The text lists manufacturers already using Sesamee on trunks and luggage. The humor relies on relatable anxiety about travel rather than political commentary. It's a straightforward product advertisement leveraging everyday concerns about baggage safety to promote the lock's reliability and ease of use.
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