The Wasp, 1891 · page 400 of 612
The Wasp — 1891 — page 400: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page primarily features an article about railroad regulation by Hon. Thomas J. Henderson (whose portrait appears at left), with a focus on Interstate Commerce Commission policy. The text discusses railway competition, freight rates, and regulatory challenges—not satirical commentary. The right column contains unrelated comedic dialogue sections titled "WHERE THE MISTAKE WAS," "WHY HE WAS EXPELLED," and "HIS ONLY TRUE FRIEND"—brief humorous exchanges between unnamed characters. The "IS YOUR HAIR TURNING GRAY?" section is an advertisement for Mrs. Graham's Hair Restorer. **Overall:** This appears to be a mixed editorial/advertising page rather than satirical political cartooning. The primary content is serious policy discussion.