The Wasp — 1890 — page 475: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains three satirical articles rather than political cartoons. The main pieces are: **"Some Non-Census"** — a humorous dialogue mocking a census enumerator's encounter with an Irish immigrant family. The satire targets the chaos of census-taking and ethnic stereotypes of Irish immigrants, who were often portrayed as poor, large families living in modest circumstances. **"The Slam Club"** — describes a social club's chaotic meeting, satirizing both the club's poor management and members' pretensions. References to slamming train doors and broken windows suggest physical comedy and disorganization. **"A Great Success"** and **"An Eccentric Cyclone"** — brief humorous anecdotes about everyday mishaps. The satire primarily targets Irish immigrants and working-class social institutions common in late 19th-century America.