The Wasp — 1889 — page 321: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising and humor sections** rather than political cartoons. The main content includes: **"Sullivan in Congress"** — A satirical poem mocking John Sullivan's congressional ambitions. The repeated refrain "John Sullivan, my jo, John" (borrowing from a Scottish folk song) ridicules his political aspirations, boxing background ("blows dealt fairly"), and suggests he's unfit for office—portraying him as crude and unsuitable for legislative work. **Advertisements** dominate the right side, including Burke's Stout, Pratt's hair treatment, and other period products. The humor sections feature brief jokes and quips about everyday life—misunderstandings between employers and workers, marital banter, and social observations typical of satirical magazines of this era. The page reflects **late 19th-century American working-class satire**, using folk references and direct mockery of local political figures.