The Wasp — 1893 — page 305: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This satirical cartoon mocks the Democratic County Committee's financial mismanagement. The image shows two muscular boxers labeled "McNab" and "Dwyer" standing before a promoter, with notices advertising an upcoming boxing match ("Dwyer vs. McNab") and future wrestling events. The satire suggests the Committee should organize athletic contests to raise money and pay off a $2,000 debt from the previous election. The title references a classical play about settling debts through questionable means. The cartoon implies the Democratic leadership is so fiscally irresponsible that they must resort to crude fundraising schemes—essentially turning to prizefighting promotions—rather than managing finances responsibly. It's a pointed critique of organizational incompetence and debt mismanagement.