The Wasp — 1914 — page 215: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This appears to be a literary excerpt rather than a political cartoon. The text describes James Burnham, a character joining a "white schooner's company," who feels unsafe among his shipmates—particularly Welsh Owen, who stabbed a man while drunk without punishment, and John Trimmer, the captain. The passage suggests a narrative about maritime life and tensions aboard ship, with themes of danger, lawlessness, and uncertain hierarchy. The opening paragraph references an unnamed woman of "degree" known in multiple ports—possibly a courtesan or woman of notoriety—whom Hicks reportedly won through violence, killing a governor. Without seeing the actual illustrations or knowing The Wasp's publication date, the specific satirical targets and historical references remain unclear.