The Wasp — 1877 — page 235: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains primarily **text articles** rather than political cartoons. The masthead features an ornamental "Wasp" logo, emphasizing the magazine's satirical nature. The main content includes an **obituary for Oliver Perry Morton**, a U.S. Senator from Indiana who died November 1st. The article praises Morton as a Republican leader and "War Governor" during the Civil War, though it notes his extreme partisanship and radical views caused Republican divisions. Additional articles discuss **forest devastation**, a **California senatorial election** (expressing uncertainty about candidates), and a **maritime collision** on San Francisco Bay involving the ships *Petaluma* and *Clinton*. The page is primarily informational journalism rather than satirical cartooning.