Life — July 19, 1929 — page 6: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Page Analysis: Life Magazine Satire This page contains two distinct cartoons mocking different aspects of 1920s American life. **Top cartoon**: Shows people celebrating avoiding formal attire for a weekend trip, satirizing the rigid dress codes of the era. **Bottom cartoon** (signed Donald McKee): Depicts a traffic accident or collision near a rural area. The caption "More trouble, Leonidas. These people have the right of way!" suggests satire about automobile safety and right-of-way rules—likely mocking either reckless driving or unclear traffic regulations during the early automobile era. The right column lists "Great American Institutions" humorously (Fillun Stayshuns, Grawjuz, etc.), continuing the satirical tone by poking fun at American culture and contemporary concerns like summer resorts, automotive speeds, and European crises.