Life — October 26, 1928 — page 11: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# "Our Maude" and "The Candidate" The page contains two pieces: **"Our Maude"** (by Agnes Smith) is a humorous essay about how radio broadcasts have improved domestic life. The author describes Maude, a housewife who now gets cooking and decoration ideas from radio programs—transforming her kitchen into a stylish "Ye Laughing Cattle Tea Shoppe" inspired by radio advice. The satire mocks how radio culture influences middle-class homemakers' aspirations and consumption habits. **"The Candidate"** (bottom cartoon) appears to be a political satire showing figures in a boat or vessel, likely depicting candidates or politicians. The illustration style suggests commentary on electoral politics, though the specific context is unclear without additional caption details visible in the image. Both pieces reflect 1920s-30s concerns about radio's cultural influence and political messaging.