The Wasp — 1879 — page 270: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page features a cartoon titled "The Opinions of Leading Men" showing two figures in discussion. Based on the text, it depicts an interview between a "Wasp interviewer" and Brigadier-General John M'Comb, a military figure. The satire concerns the General's views on the new Constitution. The text suggests M'Comb was initially cautious about the document but later became defensive when questioned, particularly regarding editorial criticism in the "Call" newspaper. The humor appears to rest on the General's inconsistent positions—first doubting the Constitution, then attacking those who criticized it—and his concern about how press coverage might affect public perception. The cartoon likely mocks his political opportunism and defensive posturing.