The Wasp — 1876 — page 91: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page from *The Wasp* (October 7, 1884) contains primarily text articles without visible cartoons. The content addresses several political topics: **"England Speaks"** critiques England's foreign policy and military conduct, likely referencing contemporary imperial disputes. **"The Spiritual Departure of Hallelujah Cox"** appears to satirize a religious or political figure named Cox, mocking his departure or downfall through religious language. **"The Court-Martial Bubble Pricked"** discusses Col. Wasson's court-martial acquittal, suggesting the military justice system was compromised or that the verdict was unjust. **"Men Who Lead Public Opinion Upon the Pacific Coast"** analyzes newspaper editors' influence in California politics. Without visible illustrations, the satire relies entirely on written commentary rather than visual caricature typical of satirical magazines.