The Wasp — 1879 — page 147: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page continues a serialized narrative titled "Phases of History," written by Salmi Morse. The text is a dramatic historical account (labeled "Part II—Continued") detailing "John and Jenny," whose story involves a boat chase, capture, and escape involving oars and maritime conflict. The accompanying illustrations depict scenes of action on water and interior domestic settings, supporting the adventure narrative. However, **this appears to be primarily serialized fiction rather than political satire or social commentary.** The page functions as entertainment literature within *The Wasp* rather than as a political cartoon. Without clearer identifying markers in the images or text, the specific historical or political references remain unclear to modern readers unfamiliar with this 1880s serial.