The Wasp — 1895 — page 199: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This satirical page from *The Wasp* depicts several political scandals or controversies. The top panel shows Congress adjourning while President Cleveland goes fishing—mocking his absence during legislative business. The "Observer" figure (labeled) appears to be commenting on events. Other panels reference specific incidents: "Vacator loads himself and tries to unload his horse pistol," and "Jake Rudolph looking for boss Buckley" suggest scandals involving city officials. "Cranks haunt the mayor's office" and the police commission fight panel indicate municipal corruption or incompetence. The final panel, "Birds of a feather etc.," depicts crowded office chaos, likely satirizing patronage and political favoritism. Without specific dates or clearer context, the exact figures remain unclear, though the overall theme attacks governmental inefficiency and corruption.