The Wasp — April 3, 1880 — page 2: what you’re looking at

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# The Wasp, April 3, 1880 This cover features a portrait of **Com. Francis Connor**, a U.S. Navy Commodore. The Wasp was a San Francisco-based satirical publication known for political and social commentary. Without additional OCR'd text from the article itself, the specific satire directed at Connor is unclear from the image alone. However, The Wasp typically mocked political figures, military officials, and prominent citizens through caricature and editorial commentary. Connor's formal naval dress and dignified pose suggest the magazine may have been either praising or—more likely, given The Wasp's satirical nature—critiquing his public conduct or policies during this period. The specific grievance or joke requires the accompanying article text to determine.