The Wasp — 1880 — page 204: what you’re looking at

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This page is primarily **text-based editorial content** rather than illustrated satire. The column "IDEAS OF THE INSECT" discusses contemporary political and social issues. Key topics include: - **James A. Garfield's presidency** and the result of recent elections - Criticism of **municipal corruption** in San Francisco and New York regarding city officials and tax collection - Commentary on **anti-liquor sentiment** and temperance movements - References to **California agriculture**, particularly wheat production and competition with foreign imports - Satirical jabs at Republican institutions and political hypocrisy The writing employs characteristic Wasp sarcasm to critique both major parties, urban corruption, and social reform movements of the 1880 election period. No specific illustrations are clearly visible on this page.