The Wasp — 1890 — page 397: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

The main cartoon, titled "Records on Division," depicts a grotesque figure labeled as representing opposition to California state division. The illustration shows a distorted, almost demonic face—suggesting the cartoonist's contempt for those resisting the proposed division of California into separate administrative regions. The article criticizes political bosses who oppose good government and spread corruption. It argues that Republicans should transparently debate the division question rather than keeping voters ignorant. The piece also warns that the "Native Sons of the Golden West" are watching both parties' positions on this issue with particular interest—indicating this was a contentious local political matter affecting California's future.