The Wasp — 1896 — page 428: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page from *The Wasp* features portrait photographs of four prominent Californians rather than traditional satirical cartoons: 1. **George E. Lyon** — described as an "incomparable portraitist" whose talents were recognized through an engagement to join Davenport in New York 2. **Lord Hollo Douglass** — identified as "young scion of the house of Queensbury," noted for refusing theatrical engagements to maintain his "Arizona home" 3. **W. E. Josslyn** — a newspaper man appointed secretary of the Board of Directors and Manager of the Press Bureau of The Emporium (a major department store) 4. **Miss Leila Adair** — described as performing in "The Ghost of the Chutes," noted for falling out of balloons and exploring the Blairmonte in a diving bell The page appears to be a society/celebrity feature showcasing California personalities rather than political satire.