The Wasp — 1881 — page 453: what you’re looking at

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This page contains three satirical articles rather than cartoons. The main content criticizes Mayor Isaac Kalloch (referred to as "our Reverend Mayor") for taking a trip east "just for fun" while neglecting civic duties. The satire targets Kalloch's involvement in a disputed Mint Superintendency appointment involving official John Page, suggesting the investigation into alleged misconduct was a pretext. The articles mock Kalloch's dual role as both politician and Baptist minister, attacking his credibility and suggesting he prioritizes personal interests over public service. The "Wandering Jew" headline sarcastically compares Kalloch to a legendary wanderer, criticizing his absence from San Francisco during political turmoil.