The Wasp — 1892 — page 77: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page features satirical commentary on Democratic candidates for California office during what appears to be a state election campaign. The left column contains a caricatured figure labeled as a candidate, depicted in exaggerated style typical of period political cartooning. The text discusses various Democratic nominees including W.F. Goad (Mayor candidate), Mike Ward, William Broderick, Hiram Cook, Hugh Curran, and others—all portrayed sarcastically as unsuitable or questionable choices. The satire criticizes their qualifications, motivations, and political affiliations. The "Campaign Echoes" headline and surrounding commentary suggest this is mocking the Democratic Party's candidate selections as part of broader editorial advocacy against their political agenda. The caricature style and tone indicate partisan opposition journalism typical of American satirical magazines of this era.