The Wasp — 1892 — page 99: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is **not satirical cartoon content** but rather a straightforward informational article about the United States Life-Saving Service. The page features: - A portrait of **Samuel I. Kimball**, identified as General Superintendent of the United States Life-Saving Service - Historical information about the service's establishment in 1807 near Cohasset, Massachusetts - Details about rescue operations and statistics (42,359 people rescued, $260+ million in property saved between 1871-1889) - Operational descriptions of life-saving stations, keeper duties, and equipment - Three illustrations: a beach wagon loaded with rescue equipment, a life boat, and a coastal rescue scene The article emphasizes the professionalization and government organization of maritime rescue work, presenting factual information rather than satire. This represents The Wasp's informational content alongside its satirical offerings.