The Wasp — 1914 — page 201: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page presents a confrontation between two men aboard a ship. One character, addressed as "Master Bolt," claims to be captain. The other, James Burnham, challenges this authority, insisting he's the true decision-maker despite not holding the official title. Burnham threatens violence ("I'll be delighted to show you exactly what I think of you") and mentions the ship's deck being "foul with blood." A woman observes their dispute with calculated interest. The dialogue suggests a power struggle where informal authority conflicts with nominal leadership—likely satirizing real political or business rivalries of the era. Without additional context about specific historical figures or events The Wasp was referencing, the exact targets remain unclear.