The Wasp, 1893 · page 64 of 578
The Wasp — 1893 — page 64: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page presents satirical sketches mocking several prominent events and figures. The top left shows "Reporter Coward Sues Miss Macaroni" — likely a scandal involving a journalist and a woman of questionable reputation. Another panel depicts "The love struck coat has struck SF" — apparently mocking a sentimental or foolish romantic incident in San Francisco. The central large figure shows "The Salvation Charioteer's go to meet the Devil up the mountains" — satirizing the Salvation Army's evangelical activities. Additional vignettes reference a "$10,000" financial matter, "Daily Whisper" publication scandals, and what appears to be social establishment corruption exposed by "Pulpit & Press." The overall tone mocks contemporary social hypocrisy, scandal, and public figures caught in embarrassing situations.