The Wasp, 1914 · page 70 of 362
The Wasp — 1914 — page 70: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page contains narrative text from what appears to be a serialized story called "The Wasp," not a political cartoon. The passage describes characters named Burnham and a boy who have stolen a knife from someone named Mr. Winch. They're stranded near a coast and preparing provisions for survival. The text details Burnham shaving with the stolen knife using butter as lather, then struggling to remove the butter residue by scrubbing his face repeatedly with seawater and sand. This appears to be straightforward adventure or nautical fiction rather than political satire. Without additional context or visible illustrations on this page, I cannot identify specific political figures or satirical intent. The content reads as a serialized story rather than editorial commentary.