The Wasp — 1894 — page 379: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page combines editorial content with a cartoon titled "Not So Very Particular." The main cartoon depicts two women in conversation—one seated at a table with a bottle, the other standing. The dialogue suggests social commentary on women's standards or behavior, with Miss Cora Phee expressing a desire to be a man and join "your club," while Miss C.P. responds dismissively about admission requirements. The page's editorial section discusses marital property disputes, women's financial independence, and social issues of the era. The satirical tone critiques both husbands' legal evasion of debts and broader gender dynamics, suggesting women should manage business affairs independently rather than rely on husbands' questionable legal tactics.