The Wasp — 1879 — page 267: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a satirical cartoon depicting immigration conflict in late 19th-century America. The central image shows a large demonic or predatory figure (labeled with text including "WARD," "TIMES," "GRABBER," and "ALI") looming over a crowd of working-class people gathered outside a modest house. A man stands elevated, addressing the crowd with a document or proclamation. The caption reads: "WONT THEY STILL REMAIN HERE IN SPITE OF?" The cartoon appears to criticize anti-immigrant rhetoric and policies, suggesting that despite hostile voices and propaganda against immigrants, they will continue to stay and work in America. The monstrous figure likely represents xenophobic attitudes or media opposition to immigration, while the crowd represents immigrant workers.