The Wasp — 1892 — page 243: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains two distinct elements: a small circular illustration (appears to be a classical or mythological scene) and extensive text commentary on boxing matches and sports figures. The main text discusses boxing rivalries, specifically focusing on matches involving fighters named Acton, McLeod, and Sullivan. The author critiques alleged "crookedness" in boxing arrangements and questions the legitimacy of certain fights, suggesting fixed outcomes and financial manipulation behind the scenes. The commentary references "the Acton-McLeod wrestling match" and discusses concerns about money changing hands improperly. The writer expresses skepticism about sporting integrity of the era, implying that major bouts were predetermined or influenced by gambling interests rather than genuine athletic competition—a common criticism of late 19th-century boxing.