The Wasp — 1878 — page 344: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains primarily **text content** rather than political cartoons. The material includes: 1. **"A Merry Christmas"** — an extended essay criticizing Catholicism and the Church's influence, arguing that Christmas celebrations represent pagan traditions adopted by the Church rather than genuine Christian observance. 2. **"The Small Boy 'Has Some Fun'"** — a humorous narrative about boys playing pranks, including hiding a long string and brass key to trick an unsuspecting woman into believing she's caught something. The page reflects **anti-Catholic sentiment** common in 19th-century American Protestant publications, attacking ecclesiastical authority and tradition. The boys' prank story offers lighter social commentary on childhood mischief and public embarrassment.