The Wasp — 1895 — page 788: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains multiple satirical sketches targeting California political figures of the period. The top left features **H.J. McCoy's "Idle Remark,"** depicting him with a donkey—likely mocking his political ineffectiveness or stubbornness. The central circular vignette shows "**Ganger in Canboots**" with figures engaged in what appears to be political scheming or corruption, labeled with names suggesting local politicians engaged in dubious dealings. Other sketches include **"Maguire and Daggett"** (top right) and **Rev. J. George Gibson** (right side), caricatured in exaggerated style typical of 19th-century political satire. The bottom section advertises hotel management changes and includes brief satirical commentary on public school penmanship instruction and a folk remedy called "Dr. Henley's Remedy." Without clearer historical context, specific political grievances remain unclear.