The Wasp — 1914 — page 221: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page appears to be prose narrative rather than a political cartoon. It describes Lieutenant Alexander Burnham's embarrassment upon meeting a governor and his suite, who regard him with "astonishment, inquiry, and keen interest." Burnham anxiously wonders what's wrong with his appearance—his face, shaving, or dress. The text then contrasts Alexander with his brother James, noting Alexander differs only in "facial expression and the tint and quality of his eyes," with nothing "sardonic" in his appearance. Without additional context about who the Burnham brothers were or the specific historical moment, the satire's target remains unclear. The passage suggests some scandal or peculiarity about Alexander that the governor's party recognizes, but the reference is insufficiently identified on this page alone.