The Wasp — May 15, 1880 — page 9: what you’re looking at

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# "Prosecution of Kalloch" - The Wasp Cartoon This page depicts Lady Justice (the classical female figure with crown and scales) as the central image, accompanying text about judicial proceedings against Isaac S. Kalloch, Mayor of San Francisco, regarding his removal from office. The cartoon's title, "Lost His Way—1," suggests Kalloch has strayed from proper conduct. The allegorical Justice figure represents the legal system addressing mayoral misconduct. Supervisor Taylor's proposal authorized the Judiciary and Finance Committees to pursue judicial proceedings against Kalloch. The satire criticizes Kalloch's misuse of office, using the classical Justice figure to emphasize that legal accountability should apply even to powerful municipal officials. The image reinforces that justice must be served regardless of political position.