The Wasp — 1896 — page 876: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains political commentary and social gossip rather than a cartoon. The main image shows "The Lady Who Was Mrs. Theodore Marceau," identified in the caption as appearing in a photograph fashion plate at Golden Gate Park. The left column discusses why Broderick should be defeated as Auditor, praising his successor Deane as more competent. Other sections list "good nominations" for judicial and administrative positions, endorsing candidates like Judge Robb Ferral and William Fahey. "The Colonel's Case Celebre" describes Colonel Marceau's recent divorce, hinting at scandal involving his wife, a locked room, and questions about another man's involvement—presented as gossip commentary typical of satirical magazines of this era. The page reflects early 20th-century San Francisco political endorsements and society scandal coverage.