The Wasp — 1879 — page 425: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **text content** rather than political cartoons. The masthead shows the magazine's ornate logo, and the page contains subscription information and an etiquette advice column titled "A Few Hints on Etiquette." The only significant article is **"The President's 'Backbone,'"** discussing President Rutherford B. Hayes. The piece appears satirical, criticizing Hayes for lacking strong political conviction—comparing him to those without "backbone." It references his handling of various crises (likely the Compromise of 1877 and subsequent political challenges) and suggests his weakness enabled troublesome consequences for the nation. The satire mocks Hayes's perceived passivity and political compromises rather than direct caricature.