The Wasp — 1888 — page 292: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains primarily **text content** rather than political cartoons. The main features are: 1. **"Our Pictures"** - Editorial commentary on congressional portraits, praising W.V. Morrow's likeness and discussing Cleveland and Harrison caricatures. 2. **Poetry section** - "It Ever Has Been" appears to be sentimental verse about love and loss, not overtly satirical. 3. **Political notices** - Brief mentions of Republican and Democratic nominations for various local offices (judges, supervisors, assembly members). 4. **A single illustrated element** - A "Ballot Box" drawing on the right side, containing what appear to be voting-related sketches. 5. **Miscellaneous articles** - Including pieces on cattle deafness and veterinary treatments. The page reads as a **general-interest satirical publication** mixing politics, poetry, and practical advice rather than hard-hitting political cartooning.