Life — July 24, 1931 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# "Sinbad: The Worm's Turn!" This is a humorous comic strip sequence showing dogs repeatedly chasing and tormenting what appears to be a small creature or "worm." The title "The Worm's Turn" suggests an ironic reversal—implying the worm will finally get revenge on its tormentors. The strip depicts various scenarios of dogs pursuing the small animal through different settings (yards, near houses, in water). The final panels appear to show the creature turning the tables, with the dogs now fleeing or reacting in alarm. This is likely satirical commentary using animal behavior as metaphor for underdog revenge or social reversal—the weak finally standing up to their oppressors. The specific political or social reference remains unclear without additional context about Life magazine's 1920s-era concerns.