The Wasp — 1894 — page 89: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising with one satirical cartoon**. The main illustration, titled "OUR GALLANT IRREGULARS," depicts military personnel interacting with civilians in what appears to be a street scene. The caption references "McWhiskers," described as someone who bragged about his standing in the army but whose claims proved false—a satire of military pretense and exaggeration. The accompanying text suggests the cartoon mocks those who inflate their military credentials or importance. The remaining content consists entirely of period advertisements for champagne, hat flowers, feathers, tailoring services, and resorts. Without additional historical context about "McWhiskers" or contemporary military scandals, the specific target of ridicule remains unclear, though the general theme—debunking false military authority—is evident.