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A word to grand stand specialists
A word to grand stand specialists. Illustration shows Puck tugging at the coat-tails of Andrew Carnegie, as he and John D. Rockefeller pile money bags around the base of a statue labeled Fame, which they seek by endowing libraries and universities; Puck is suggesting that they could do more good for society by endowing places like a Home for Consumptives. Date 1903 June 3. A word to grand stand specialists. Illustration shows Puck tugging at the coat-tails of Andrew Carnegie, as he and John D. Rockefeller pile money bags around the base of a statue labeled Fame, which they seek by endowing libraries and universities; Puck is suggesting that they could do more good for society by endowing places like a Home for Consumptives. Date 1903 June 3
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A New Path to Fame - Puck's Perspective on Philanthropy
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In this thought-provoking illustration from the June 3, 1903 issue of Puck magazine, we find Puck, the mischievous imp of mythology, playfully intervening in a scene of industrial titans Andrew Carnegie and John D. Rockefeller seeking the elusive statue of Fame. The two tycoons, depicted as wealthy and powerful, are shown in the act of endowing libraries and universities with their money bags. Puck, however, has other ideas. As he tugges at their coat-tails, Puck suggests that these grand stand specialists, as the caption labels them, could do more good for society by endowing places like a Home for Consumptives. The implication is clear: while Carnegie and Rockefeller's philanthropic efforts are commendable, there are other causes that deserve their attention and resources. The illustration serves as a reminder that even in an era of great wealth and industrial progress, there were still pressing social needs that required attention. It also highlights the role of satire and humor in shaping public discourse and challenging the status quo. This image, created in 1903, offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of the time, and invites us to reflect on the ongoing debate about the role of philanthropy in society. Whether we are inspired by the generosity of Carnegie and Rockefeller or the provocative suggestions of Puck, this illustration is a testament to the power of art to provoke thought and inspire action.
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