The Wasp — 1896 — page 346: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains three distinct satirical pieces: 1. **"Don't Look"** — A poem illustrated with a caricatured woman's head, apparently mocking romantic disappointment or unrequited love. 2. **"An Affluent Artist"** — Text praising Henry Nappenbach, a famous artist for *The Examiner*, announcing his European travel plans. Includes his photograph and notes his financial success despite the struggling illustrating profession. 3. **"Family Jars in Chicago"** — A cartoon showing two figures (labeled as mother-in-law and son-in-law) in domestic conflict, with accompanying humorous dialogue about marital discord. 4. **"The Old Maid's Diary"** — A lengthy humorous essay about a woman's experiences with policemen, dramatic performances, and social mishaps—satirizing both entertainment and female social anxiety. The page blends celebrity news, romantic comedy, and domestic humor typical of 1890s American satirical magazines.