The Wasp — 1879 — page 152: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily text-based editorial content from *The Wasp* magazine, not a cartoon page. The visible sections include: **"The Art Association as a Tailor"** — criticizes the Canadian Court's ruling requiring women to wear proper dress when appearing before it. The satire argues this decision reflects class bias and outdated thinking, comparing the court to a tailor imposing fashion standards rather than justice. **"Political Suicide"** — discusses President Hayes's refusal to support anti-Chinese legislation, arguing this alienates the Republican Party in California. The piece criticizes Hayes as weak compared to Grant. **"Sour Grapes"** — briefly mocks an American from Cork claiming St. Patrick's Day should favor Irish over Chinese immigrants. The page contains no illustrations or political cartoons—it's editorial commentary on late-19th-century American political and social issues.