The Wasp, 1913 · page 225 of 364
The Wasp — 1913 — page 225: what you’re looking at
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This page appears to be from a serialized fiction story rather than a political cartoon. It describes a narrative involving two brothers—James and Alexander Burnham—and their interaction on the island of Nevis. The text depicts Alexander's surprise at James's honorable behavior during a duel, despite knowing James to be "a rascal at heart." James has apparently rescued the governor's daughter, earning respect despite his unsavory reputation. The passage ends with Alexander being waylaid by military men who force rum punches upon him. **Without seeing the actual illustrations**, I cannot identify specific caricatures or visual satire. The *Wasp* was known for satirical commentary, but this particular excerpt reads as dramatic narrative fiction—possibly serialized entertainment rather than political or social satire. The context and meaning would depend entirely on the accompanying illustrations, which aren't clearly visible in this image.
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220 THE WASP Mr. James Burnham as greatly as he despised Mr. Stanton. Alexander, listening keenly, and keenly appre- hensive for the honor of the family, could find no fault with his brother’s behavior in the duel. This puzzled him more than ever, though he was pleased. He knew James for a rascal at heart and the sorest disgrace the family had known in six generations; and yet the fellow had come to Nevis, stripped of all his worldly gear, and had behaved like a Chris- tian and a gentleman. The rogue was clever be- yond a doubt; and Alexander was conscious of a throb of pride. Alexander Burnham went ashore in the evening and called again on Captain Nash. The governor could talk of nothing but James—the lost James. « He told the story of his daughter’s rescue again and again. On his way down to the water-front Alexander ran foul of a number of adventuring military gen- tlemen. They took him in hand in spite of his pro- tests. They plied him with rum punches in a favor- Comichbooks.com