The Wasp — March 27, 1880 — page 13: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains primarily text articles rather than illustrated cartoons. The main piece, "Human Trash and Their Deserts," discusses various criminal cases and legal proceedings. It appears to be satirical commentary on the justice system, mentioning judges Sawyer and Hoffman, and criticizing enforcement of Chinese labor laws and their monopoly impact. The articles reference specific individuals involved in theft, embezzlement, and fraud cases—names like Lee Ah Koe, Jeff Connelly, and Jacob Smith appear throughout. The tone is mockingly critical of both the criminals and the legal system's handling of these matters. At page's bottom is an advertisement for California Gloves by William Shires and a note about Philadelphia Brewery's 1879 sales figures. The content is primarily journalistic rather than visually satirical.