The Wasp — 1893 — page 200: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains three political cartoons mocking San Francisco figures and social issues. The first cartoon, "Cosgrave of the Past," depicts Editor O'Hara Cosgrave being kicked by an angry figure—likely referencing a past incident where Cosgrave faced physical retaliation. "Cosgrave of the Present" shows him with the Olympic Club, suggesting involvement in questionable activities. "Cosgrave of the Future" depicts him being kicked again, implying cyclical consequences. The accompanying text criticizes ultra-religious crusaders against vice, Rev. Stewart's opposition to the Midwinter Fair, and celebrates a confrontation between Editor Cosgrave and newspaper rival Bunker over a Davie opposition ferry project. The satire targets hypocrisy, religious extremism, and personal feuds among San Francisco's prominent editors and civic leaders.