The Wasp — 1888 — page 132: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains **text articles and poetry** rather than cartoons. The main political content discusses **Cleveland's nomination and the upcoming presidential election**, with commentary on Sherman and the Republican party dynamics. One article criticizes **Cleveland's appointment of Sherman** to a customs position, suggesting this weakened New York's Republican support and helped Cleveland politically. The "Perplexities of Our Language" section satirizes **English grammar inconsistencies** through humorous dialogue examples. Other pieces include **miscellaneous social commentary**—one mocking Albany's "fun," another about a patriotic American's visit to editorial offices, and advertisements for O'Connor, Moffatt & Co.'s cheap goods. The page primarily targets **political figures and grammar absurdities** rather than featuring visual satire.