The Wasp — 1889 — page 390: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains miscellaneous satirical content rather than a unified political cartoon. Notable sections include: **"The Cold Facts"** mocks a story about M. Carnot (likely French President Sadi Carnot) and a German Ambassador's wife at a piano. The anecdote describes Carnot stabbing a young man who insulted France, suggesting satirical commentary on national pride and diplomatic tensions. **"Theatrical Items"** and **"Leaders"** offer brief humorous definitions of various social types (church leaders, typographical leaders, newspaper leaders, etc.) — typical magazine filler humor. **"A Light Part"** and **"A Heavy Part"** are theatrical sketches with accompanying illustrations showing dramatic poses. The remaining sections contain various jokes and satirical commentary on social behavior, including pieces on "misanthropic catechism" and overheard conversations at balls.