The Wasp — 1881 — page 365: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This cartoon from *The Wasp* satirizes three men involved in San Francisco harbor commission affairs. The title "Three of a Kind" suggests they're comparable figures, likely corrupt or problematic in similar ways. The central standing figure dominates the composition, while two seated men flank him. A document labeled "Coda[l] Perkins & Co Harbor Commission" is visible, indicating the satire targets that specific commission body. The maritime setting (sailing ship in background) reinforces the harbor context. The ornate decorative border at the bottom may represent financial dealings or schemes being mocked. Without identifying specific individuals, the cartoon criticizes these three men's involvement in harbor governance, suggesting they represent a unified corrupt interest or political faction.