The Wasp — 1896 — page 403: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page from *The Wasp* magazine contains a music review column discussing the Association Orchestral Society's concert, alongside portraits of three men: appears to be Mr. Alex T. Stewart (the orchestra director), Mr. Eli S. Shortridge (identified as "well-known Republican orator" and delegate to the National Convention from the Fourth Congressional District), and Eli S. Dennison (described as "sterling and soldierly Republican who has attended every National Republican Convention"). The music review critiques the orchestra's performance, noting instrumental weaknesses despite good intentions. The page also includes a brief section titled "DYMERE" describing a crowded Union Square Hall event with educational pretensions, suggesting satirical skepticism about such venues. The bottom contains advertisements and a "Musical Correspondence" section.