The Wasp — 1896 — page 889: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page from *The Examiner* (November 1, 1896) features political satire about President William McKinley. The main cartoon shows a caricatured figure with a shovel, apparently digging or working with a pile of dirt/refuse—likely representing labor or dirty political work. A framed portrait labeled "McKinley" appears on the left with text referencing "labor" and "just match as on Tuesday," suggesting commentary on McKinley's positions regarding labor issues during the 1896 election period. The accompanying poem "The Full Back" and section titled "Noblesse Oblige" contain satirical verse mocking McKinley's character or political stances, though the specific references are unclear without additional historical context. The page also includes advertisements for hats, tailoring services, and meats—typical of magazine content from this era.