The Wasp — 1880 — page 121: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains three satirical sections: **"Going to the Devil"** criticizes the Y.M.C.A.'s leadership inquiries. The text attacks unnamed "Messrs. Moody and Sankey" (famous evangelists) for allegedly promoting hypocrisy—particularly the "society parson" who performs moral grandstanding while neglecting genuine charitable work. **"The Calf Will Die"** mocks agricultural monopolies. It satirizes wealthy farmers (Messrs. Crockford and Muckford) who exploit labor-saving technologies and railroad monopolies while driving smaller producers into bankruptcy, ultimately concentrating resources in "cheese factories." **"A Difficult Feat"** criticizes American politics as hypocritical regarding household slavery and prison conditions, suggesting the nation preaches freedom while maintaining oppressive systems. The page is primarily text-based opinion rather than visual cartoon-heavy.