The Wasp — 1892 — page 245: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains several satirical pieces typical of late 19th-century American humor magazines: **"Champion Jim"** (left) depicts boxing scenes with working-class fighters, poking fun at the sport's brutality and the rowdy behavior of spectators and participants. **"Our Picture"** (top) shows an artist sketching, likely mocking San Francisco's artistic pretensions or depicting a contemporary social scene. The remaining text pieces are humorous dialogues—"The Last Call," "A Question of Economy," "A Desideratum," and "We Are In It"—offering satirical commentary on everyday situations: drinking culture, divorce law, domestic disputes, and contemporary social absurdities. **Howard MacSherry's biography** (right column) provides serious biographical information about a prominent New Jersey lawyer and public figure, contrasting with the page's satirical tone. The overall content reflects *The Wasp*'s focus on urban, working-class humor and social commentary.