The Wasp — May 8, 1880 — page 6: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# The Illustrated Wasp, Page 661 This page primarily contains theatrical reviews rather than political cartoons. The main illustration is labeled "How Comets Come It!" and depicts a comet's tail, accompanying an article about the anticipated appearance of a comet in 1843. The text discusses stage performances, particularly praising actor James O'Neill's success in the play *Richelieu*, and reviewing other theatrical productions like *Narcisse* and *Tivoli*. There's also discussion of a "Brain Protection" Congress organized in 1878 to advocate for an anti-piracy law. The only cartoon element is the comet illustration, which appears to be a lighthearted visual joke supporting the celestial phenomenon discussion rather than political satire. The page functions primarily as entertainment and theater criticism rather than social commentary.