The Wasp — 1879 — page 264: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains primarily text content rather than political cartoons. The main illustrated section at top-left shows a **wasp riding on what appears to be a beetle or insect**, labeled "Walking on time—treading on a watch," which is a visual pun about punctuality. The page features humorous observations and satirical commentary on various social topics, including poverty, pedestrian etiquette, and journalism. A "Literary Review" section discusses *Mrs. Hubbard's Pet*, a romance novel about a black cat. The satirical pieces mock contemporary social behaviors—lazy mothers, colored gentlemen, and newspaper publishers who lack experience. The overall tone is lighthearted social criticism typical of The Wasp's satirical approach to American life and manners.