The Wasp — 1895 — page 155: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This cartoon from *The Wasp* satirizes what appears to be a bicycling-related political controversy. A man on a bicycle holds aloft a banner reading "WARRANT SIGNED BY COMMISSIONERS," while his legs are raised dramatically—suggesting either loss of balance or emphatic gesture. Two observers at the bottom watch this scene. The ghostly female figure on the left likely represents Lady Justice or a similar allegorical figure, implying commentary on legal/governmental legitimacy. The bicycle imagery, combined with the warrant reference, suggests satire of official overreach or questionable legal authority being wielded recklessly. The title references "Washington's Shade" and "George," indicating this concerns federal government actions. Without knowing the specific historical event, the exact target remains unclear.