The Wasp — 1887 — page 433: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains two sections: **Literature** reviews (left column) and **Thrift and Humor** (right column), with an accompanying illustration. The main cartoon depicts a figure in what appears to be a tattered coat or cloak, rendered in a sketchy style. The "Thrift and Humor" section contains brief anecdotes, including stories about injured men, boys, and oysters for Christmas. Without clearer identification of specific individuals or dates in the visible text, the exact satirical targets remain unclear. However, the overall tone suggests social commentary on urban life, class distinctions, and contemporary behavior—typical of The Wasp's satirical approach to 1880s-90s American society. The page primarily functions as a general-interest humor and literature section rather than focused political satire.