The Wasp — 1896 — page 955: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **entertainment journalism** rather than political satire. It covers theater news and personalities, including: - **Maxine Elliott's Australian tour** benefits, noting photographers' attempts to capture her "handsome sum in the coin of that realm" - **Fred Goodwin** in "An American Citizen," praised as particularly suited to American audiences - **William A. Mestayer's death**, described as a celebrated "heavy villain" performer - **Wilton Lackaye**, appearing in a play with Marie Wainwright at the Baldwinwin - **Lottie Williams** and other performers The page includes portrait photographs of theater personalities and contains theater advertisements. The tone is gossipy and promotional rather than satirical, reflecting *The Wasp's* coverage of San Francisco's entertainment scene.