The Wasp — 1892 — page 423: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page from *The Wasp* contains a satirical cartoon titled "Lend Me Your Ear" depicting two caricatured Republican figures with exaggerated facial features. The accompanying text criticizes Republicans who supported Democratic candidates, mocking their confidence and political inconsistency. The cartoon likely satirizes prominent Republican defectors during a specific election cycle, though the exact figures aren't identified in the visible text. The article discusses 1880s-era political conflicts between Republicans and Democrats, mentioning Cleveland's potential candidacy and critiques of Republican management. The satire targets political opportunism and the unreliability of party loyalty during this period of American politics.