The Wasp, 1914 · page 129 of 362
The Wasp — 1914 — page 129: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This appears to be a narrative prose passage rather than a political cartoon. It depicts a conversation between two men—Stanton and Burnham—who have had a past conflict. They reach an agreement to move forward peacefully while acknowledging their mutual dislike ("Live and let live"). The text suggests this is satirizing a real political or social reconciliation between two notable figures, though the specific identities and historical context are not explicitly stated in the visible portion. The passage emphasizes their begrudging acceptance of a truce based on mutual self-interest rather than genuine friendship. Without additional context about who these figures represent or when this was published, the specific political references remain unclear.