The Wasp — November 29, 1879 — page 13: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **text and advertisements** rather than political cartoons. The main content appears to be a court records section titled "Human Trash and their Deserts," listing criminal cases and sentences—including assault, perjury, and theft charges with corresponding jail time and fines. The visible cartoon shows a figure labeled as relating to the cases discussed. The page includes commentary criticizing local officials and addressing issues of corruption and justice. Below the text are advertisements for tobacco products ("Old Judge") and other commercial goods, which was typical for satirical magazines of this era. The overall intent appears to be exposing local San Francisco criminality and judicial proceedings for public ridicule.