The Wasp — 1889 — page 258: what you’re looking at

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This satirical cartoon depicts a ship labeled "TO NEW YORK" with passengers celebrating and waving flags—one reading "TO EUROPE" and another appearing to show "HONOLULU." The caption states "EIGN PARTS. TO EMIGRATE DURING THE SESSION OF THE GRAND JURY." The satire mocks individuals attempting to flee the country to avoid Grand Jury proceedings. The exaggerated, celebratory departure suggests wealthy or prominent figures escaping legal accountability by emigrating. The multiple destination flags imply these fugitives are heading anywhere to avoid prosecution. This likely references a specific scandal or corruption case in San Francisco where suspects fled rather than face jury indictment—a common occurrence in Gilded Age politics. The cartoon ridicules both the escapees and the justice system's inability to hold them accountable.