The Wasp — 1889 — page 256: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains several satirical pieces rather than cartoons. The visible content includes: **"Private Hamlin"** - A anecdote mocking Vice-President Hannibal Hamlin, portraying him as an overeager but naive honorary military member who takes unnecessary guard duty at a navy yard. The satire targets his eagerness to participate in military affairs despite his civilian political role. **"Elucidations"** - A humorous Q&A section with wordplay riddles typical of period magazines. **"A Suggestion to the Administration"** - A brief political jab about Harrison's ministerial appointments, suggesting he appoints incompetent figures. The page represents typical 19th-century satirical magazine fare: political mockery of public figures through anecdotes and wordplay rather than visual cartoons. Hamlin is the primary target of political satire here.