Life — June 1935 — page 8: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis This page is primarily a **Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer advertisement** (1935, per copyright mark) rather than political satire. The left side features a sports-themed cartoon showing excited fans and players in heated moments—baseball, golf, and tennis contexts are referenced. The ad's message: drinking Pabst helps you "keep cool" during intense sporting moments and competitive situations. The right column contains a **Davis Cup tennis article** discussing U.S. team selection controversies. The text describes disputes over choosing four players for the Davis Cup team, with various tournament results and player performances detailed. The small cartoon at bottom right appears unrelated—possibly a maritime or fishing scene sketch. The page blends advertisement with sports journalism—a common 1930s magazine format.