The Wasp — 1891 — page 125: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page shows a satirical ladder or hierarchy titled "The Old Leaders and The New" reading from bottom to top. Each rung depicts a caricatured figure representing different political or social positions, with labels identifying their roles (though some text is difficult to read clearly in this image). The satire appears to comment on political leadership succession or social hierarchy during a particular era—likely late 19th or early 20th century based on The Wasp's publication period. The exaggerated caricatures and positioning suggest mockery of whoever occupied these positions. Without clearer OCR text identifying specific names and dates, I cannot definitively explain which political figures or events this references. The visual language—depicting figures arranged hierarchically on a ladder—suggests commentary on power structures or political advancement.