The Wasp — June 26, 1880 — page 7: what you’re looking at

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# "The Illustrated Wasp" - Page 774 This page contains an article titled "The Health Office" discussing sanitation and disease prevention on ships arriving at port. The text criticizes the Health Office's practices regarding vaccination and disease screening of incoming passengers and crew. The accompanying illustrations show: 1. **A fish** (top left) - unclear symbolic purpose 2. **A steamship with a small boat** (top center) - depicts a vessel being inspected 3. **Medical personnel examining passengers** (top right) - shows the health inspection process 4. **A ship's interior/cabin** (center) - illustrates conditions aboard vessels 5. **Figures at bottom** - appears to show medical examination or treatment The article advocates for improved public health procedures, arguing that proper vaccination and disease inspection protect both arriving immigrants and resident populations from infectious disease spread.