The Wasp — 1878 — page 125: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains two short stories rather than cartoons: "Almost a Crime" (an old man's story about boyish passion) and "A Nice Man" (about a man at fireworks who hits children with candy). Neither story appears satirical in a political sense. "Almost a Crime" recounts a sentimental narrative about young love, a mountain elopement, and family reconciliation. "A Nice Man" presents an anecdote about an unpleasant character—seemingly social satire mocking rudeness rather than political commentary. Without visible illustrations accompanying these texts, the satirical intent remains unclear. The stories may critique social behavior or moral hypocrisy, but the specific targets and satirical points are not evident from the text alone.