The Wasp — 1891 — page 177: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page features a portrait labeled "GEN. JOHN A. SUTTER" above a section titled "A PILGRIMAGE" by Wm. E. Marther. The content is a nostalgic essay about visiting Lititz, Pennsylvania—a Moravian settlement founded in 1743 by Bishop Zinzendorf. Rather than political satire, this appears to be reflective historical commentary describing the town's orderly communal design, architecture, and conservative character. The author narrates a personal journey through the settlement, noting its "serenity" and well-maintained appearance. References to the church, graveyard inscriptions, and communal structures suggest the piece celebrates—or perhaps critiques—the Moravian community's austere, insular lifestyle and governance. Without additional context about The Wasp's editorial stance, the satirical intent (if any) remains unclear.