The Wasp — 1896 — page 76: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page features a theatrical photograph rather than a political cartoon. It shows **Miss Laura Burt**, identified as "the clever actress who, in jockey costume, rides a race horse at the California Theater in 'Old Kentucky.'" The image is a studio portrait showcasing Burt in performance costume—a form-fitting jockey outfit with a black jacket and white riding pants, posed in profile. The photograph serves as promotional material for the theatrical production. This appears to be primarily **entertainment/theatrical content** rather than political satire. The Wasp likely included such theatrical coverage alongside its satirical commentary, functioning as both a humor magazine and entertainment publication for San Francisco's cultural scene.