The Wasp — November 8, 1879 — page 5: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis of "The Illustrated Wasp" Page 244 The page contains a sketch titled "BUZZINGS" showing what appears to be an anthropomorphized insect or creature with exaggerated features. Based on the surrounding text discussing various social and political matters of the era, this appears to be satirical commentary on contemporary issues. The text references multiple topics: "All Hallow E'en" supernatural scandals, scientific investigations, disputes over starch manufacturing (Colgate & Co.), Princess Louise's pregnancy, industrial development in Canada, and educational reform debates. The scattered commentary suggests this section compiled brief satirical observations on current events and public figures. However, without clearer visual identification of specific caricatured individuals or events, I cannot definitively explain the particular political targets or jokes intended by the main cartoon illustration itself.