The Wasp — 1896 — page 208: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is primarily an **entertainment and advertising page** from The Wasp magazine, not a political cartoon page. The left side features "Glimpses of the Stage," a theatrical column discussing San Francisco performances. The bulk of the page contains advertisements for theaters, restaurants, and entertainments including: - Columbia Theatre productions - The Auditorium's "Materna" and "Ondricek" performances - Orpheum Theatre shows - Morosco's Grand Opera House - Tivoli Opera House The single decorative header illustration shows a theatrical face with an elaborate hat—typical ornamental imagery for entertainment sections of period magazines. This page reflects San Francisco's vibrant theatrical culture circa early 1900s, featuring opera, musical theater, and vaudeville advertisements rather than political satire.