The Wasp — 1891 — page 520: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains no political cartoon, but rather literary and editorial content. The main pieces are: **"Decoration Day"** — An editorial essay on Memorial Day observances, discussing how the holiday honors fallen soldiers and encourages remembrance of war's human cost. **"A Cynic on Suicides"** — A philosophical discussion questioning society's condemnation of suicide, arguing for individual autonomy in life-or-death decisions. The piece uses the example of Kissiah, a man who shot himself after years of boredom. **Prize Poem** — A poem about economic hardship among working poor, where subscribers face wage cuts and poverty. The remaining items are brief news notes about religious figures and diplomatic matters. This issue prioritizes serious social commentary over satirical cartooning.