The Wasp — 1877 — page 289: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon depicts a woman (labeled "San Francisco") seated and appearing distressed or uncertain, while three men approach her. The leftmost figure carries what appears to be a Republican platform document. The central bearded man and another figure seem to be competing for her attention or allegiance. The title "In Whom Shall I Trust?" suggests the cartoon satirizes San Francisco's political uncertainty—likely regarding which party or faction to support. The woman's hesitation reflects confusion amid competing political interests vying for the city's support during what appears to be a late 19th-century election period. The specific historical context and identities of the individual men remain unclear without additional documentation, though the Republican platform reference suggests party-political commentary typical of *The Wasp*'s satirical approach.