The Wasp — 1896 — page 741: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page from *The Wasp* contains no political cartoon. Instead, it features theatrical reviews and portraits of performers. The main content discusses **Lydia Titus**, described as "America's peerless lyric artist," praising her versatility and refined performance style. Her photograph appears at top right. Below is a portrait of **Fred. J. Titus** (identified as "The eminent pianist and accompanist"), her husband, who receives high praise for his musical skill and accompaniment work. The rest of the page reviews various theatrical productions at San Francisco venues, including performances by the Alcazar Theatre Stock Company and other troupes. The reviews discuss character portrayals and staging in plays like "Robertson's great military drama." This is entertainment journalism, not satire or political commentary.