The Wasp, 1918 · page 120 of 330
The Wasp — 1918 — page 120: what you’re looking at
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This page appears to be from a serialized story or novel rather than a cartoon. It depicts a conversation between Governor Nash and James Burnham, a young man, about the arrival of the naval sloop *Tartar* to Carlisle Bay. The governor reveals he's seen Burnham's name on the ship's officer roster and asks if he has navy relatives. Burnham reveals his younger brother Alexander serves as the *Tartar's* senior navigating lieutenant. Nash responds warmly, expressing satisfaction with the Burnham family based on James's character. **Historical context**: The *Tartar* was a real British naval vessel; Carlisle Bay is in Barbados. This appears to be colonial-era fiction, likely 19th century, dealing with naval service and social advancement through military connections. The scene emphasizes Victorian social courtesy—Burnham's emotional restraint and formal gratitude reflect period etiquette. Without seeing illustrations or knowing the full story's context, the satire's specific target remains unclear.
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THE WASP II! *“ Yes, sir,” replied Burnham, with a flicker of relief in his eyes. “The Zartar, sloop-of-war, is now in Carlisle Bay,” continued the governor. ‘She'll be here in the course of twelve or fourteen days, so her commander writes. And he sends me a list of his officers. Do you happen to have any relative in the navy, lad?” James Burnham was looking out of the open window when the question was put, and he answered it instantly, without turning his head. *¢ Alexander, my younger brother, is a lieu- tenant in the navy,” he said coolly. ‘* But why do you ask, sir? Can it be that he’s aboard this sloop you speak of ? ” : “'That’s it,” replied Nash heartily. “ He is senior and navigating lieutenant of the Tartar. Well, lad, I’m glad to see his name here, and I shall be yet more: glad to see him in person on thisisland. From what I’ve seen of you, James, I’m more than inclined to like your whole family. I hope I may have the honour of meeting every member of it some day. What d’ye say to that, lad?” ___ Burnham had nothing in particular to say to that ; but he turned from the window, bowed low, and stammered a few words of thanks for the comichooks.com