The Wasp — 1879 — page 313: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains serialized fiction ("Chapter VII - Confessed") rather than a political cartoon. The narrative depicts a dramatic confrontation between several characters: Hilarie Ross (apparently a woman), Bertie (a man defending himself against accusations), and General Dalbraith. The scene involves accusations of deception and impropriety. Bertie defends his honor while Ross expresses outrage at perceived wrongs. The General appears as an authority figure mediating the conflict, invoking concepts of "honor and good faith." The dialogue emphasizes Victorian-era concerns about reputation, propriety, and social standing. Without additional context about the serialized story's plot, characters, or the specific scandal being referenced, the precise satirical target remains unclear.