Life, 1927-12-08 · page 6 of 40
Life — December 8, 1927 — page 6: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page is **primarily an advertisement**, not political satire or editorial content. It advertises the "Saratoga" glove by Daniel Hays, priced at $4.50. The ad copy emphasizes the glove's practical qualities: it's described as "wear-proof" yet soft and flexible like kid leather, available in golden autumn shades, and washable with soap and water. The glove features hand-stitching, hand-sewn back and hem, and "Superseam" stitching. The illustration shows a pair of elegant gloved hands demonstrating the product's quality and craftsmanship. This is a straightforward luxury goods advertisement typical of Life magazine's commercial content during this era—no political commentary or satire is present.
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Life _ la L PaAx<ME S 99 avaloga 50 Asx for it by name in any of the better stores + + Just say, “Show me the Saratoga - in CALFSKIN.” 7+ What an amazing leather it is! It can be called “wear-proof” but, it is as soft and flexible as a piece of thin kid + + Fine dyes have caught the rich, ripe golden shades of autumn and imprisoned them here —yet, this glove can be washed again and again, with soap and water, just as you wash your hands and still that soft rich newness remains + + This special number is attractively priced + + It is hand-cut, with hand-sewed back, hand-sewed hem and “Superseam” stitching on side and fingers + + A wonderful glove—and only four-fifty! Daniel Hays Gloves comicbooks.com