The Wasp — 1889 — page 64: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains several humorous short pieces and illustrations rather than a unified political cartoon. "The Windy Season" opens with satirical commentary on San Francisco's notorious winds, describing how they scatter debris and dishevel the wealthy. The piece uses wind as social commentary—leveling class distinctions by making even millionaires undignified. The remaining sketches ("What She Played," "A Jolly Cemetery," "Took It Literally," "Caught in the Current") appear to be comedic vignettes with dialogue, showing everyday absurdities and misunderstandings. These are genteel humor pieces rather than political satire. The illustrations show Victorian-era figures in various situations—on boats, in conversation, in water—matching the anecdotal texts. The overall tone is light social satire focused on manners and everyday life rather than serious political critique.