The Wasp — 1894 — page 462: what you’re looking at

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This political cartoon depicts a legal scandal involving figures labeled "Greene" and "Goodfellow." The scene shows a courthouse setting where reporters and attorneys gather around dramatic confrontation. The labels identify key players: a "Bully," "Liar," "Coward," and "Wasp" (appearing at top). Documents visible include statements from Greene's office, a Chronicle reporter's notes, and references to attorneys' opinions about Greene's qualifications. The satire mocks what the caption describes as "a case which deeply interests the local legal profession" with "enterprising local reporters" actively involved. The cartoon suggests scandal, dishonesty, and cowardice among San Francisco's legal establishment, likely referencing a specific contemporary lawsuit or professional dispute that engaged both journalists and the legal community.