The Wasp — 1877 — page 327: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains serialized fiction rather than political cartoons. It's part V of "Carnelian: A Romance of a Sleeping-Car" by E. H. Rouse, reprinted from the *Overland Monthly* (June-July 1874). The narrative focuses on social drama among upper-class travelers, featuring characters like Miss Eustace, Mr. Farrell, and Mr. Reddel. The dialogue concerns romantic entanglements, propriety violations, and class-conscious concerns—typical Victorian-era romantic fiction themes. There is no political satire or social commentary visible on this page. Rather, it reflects *The Wasp*'s broader content mix, which included literature alongside its satirical cartoons and commentary. The serialized story appears designed to entertain readers with genteel romantic conflict rather than to mock or critique contemporary figures or events.