The Wasp — 1879 — page 607: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains political and social commentary typical of 1880s American satire. The main illustrated figure appears to be a caricatured bull or bovine creature in formal dress, likely representing a political or social figure of the era, though the specific identity is unclear from the image alone. The text discusses Queen Margaret of Germany (identified as "a German Princess"), her recovery from illness, and her relationship with "King Humbert" — establishing this as commentary on European royalty. The lower section, "Feuilleton: Sacramento," satirizes California legislators and government officials, mocking their incompetence, self-interest, and the theatrical nature of political debate. References to "bar-keepers," "job printers," and internal legislative disputes suggest criticism of Sacramento's political corruption and amateurish governance during this period.