Life, 1929-03-08 · page 33 of 44
Life — March 8, 1929 — page 33: what you’re looking at
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This page features several brief humor pieces typical of *Life*'s satirical style, plus a prominent dental advertisement. **The Cartoon ("The Centaurs"):** A man in formal dress flees on horseback from what appears to be a pastoral landscape. The caption credits it to "London Calling," suggesting British humor. The joke likely plays on the mythological centaur (half-man, half-horse) as visual wordplay. **The Jokes:** Several short, punchy pieces mock everyday situations—a boarder's awkward double-meaning about "tough" lamb, a doctor's unhelpful bedside manner, political job-seekers who accomplish nothing once employed, and a sarcastic response to hearing Wagnerian opera. **The Advertisement:** A full-page Forhan's toothpaste ad warning about pyorrhea (gum disease), claiming 4 of 5 people over 40 suffer from it. The ad emphasizes gum health alongside teeth cleaning—a progressive public health message for the era. The page represents *Life*'s mix of sophisticated satire and commercial content targeting educated, middle-class readers.
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The Centaurs.—(London Calling) 31 “Isn't it hard,” said the landlady, “to think this poor lamb was cut down in its youth to satisfy our appetites?” “Yes,” replied the unhappy boarder at the end of the table; “ it 7s tough.” —Pearson's. Distractep Wire (at bedside of sick husband): “Is there no hope, doc- tor?” Doctor: “I don’t were you hoping for?” know. What —Tit-Bits, Wine jelly when favored with Abbott's Bitters is made more delightful and healthful. Sample Bitters by mail, 25 cts. in stamps. C. W. Abbott & Co., Baltimore, Md “There goes a fellow who chased around for years trying to land a po- litical job.” “Well, what does he do now?” “Nothing—he got the job.” —Detroit News. Sue (playing piano): “That was ‘Siegfried’s Death.’ ” He: “I am not surprised.” —Lustige Blaetter, Berlin. is published every Friday, simultaneously in the United Staten Cc. Britain, Patent Ot ‘fanada and British Possessions. Title registered in The tezt and illustrations in Lire are copyrighted. For Reprint Rights reat Britain apply to Lire, Rolls House, Breams Buildings, Fetter ndon, E. C., England. The foreign trade supplied from Live's ffice, Rolls House, Breams Buildings, London, ‘ontributions will be returned unless accompanied by stamped and addressed envelope. Lire does not hold itself responsible for the los or non-return of unsolicited contributions. uld reach this office two weeks prior ed. All communications should be n Avenue, New Yor $5.00 (Canadian, $5.80; Foreign, $6.60). addressed to LI Yearly Subscription Ra’ White teeth deceive 4 out of 5 NOBODY’S IMMUNE* *The Disease-of-Neglect Ignores Teeth, Attacks Gums—and Health is Sacrificed S your dentist will tell you, the daily brushing of teeth is not enough. For there’s a grim foe that ignores the teeth, even the whitest teeth, and launches a severe attack on neglected gums. It ravages health, It often causes teeth to loosen in their sockets and fall out. And it takes as its victims 4 persons out of 5 after forty and thousands younger. It is Pyorrhea. Don't let white teeth deceive you into thinking that all is well. Provide protection now. It is easier than relief. For when diseases of the gums are once contracted only expert dental treatment can stem their advance. Have your dentist examine teeth and gums thoroughly at least once every six months. And when you brush your teeth, brush gums vigorously. For additional prophylaxis use the dentifrice made for the teeth and gums as well... Forhan’s for the Gums. Once you start using Forhan’s regularly, morning and night, you'll quickly note a distinct improvement in the condition of your gums. They'll look sounder, pinker. They'll feel firmer. As you know, Pyorrhea and other diseases seldom attack healthy gums. In addition, the way Forhan’s cleans teeth and safeguards them from decay will delight you. Don't wait until too late. To Get a tube from your druggist. Twosizes,3Scand 60c. FormulaofR.J.Forhan,D.D.S. Forban Company, New York Forhats for the gums YOUR TEETH: ARE ONLY AS HEALTHY AS YOUR CUMS comicbooks.com