The Wasp — 1876 — page 152: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising and professional notices** rather than political satire. The left column contains ads for Nabob Whiskey, Mrs. H. A. Moore's Hair Producer, and Philadelphia Brewery. The right side lists San Francisco attorneys and medical professionals. The central section features a poem titled "WHO IS JOE JOHNSTON?" describing Joe Johnston as a famous hat maker in San Francisco. The text celebrates his reputation for quality hats, style, and accessibility to customers of all classes. The only illustration is an ornamental engraving (bottom right) showing classical figures—unrelated to the Johnston content. Rather than satire, this appears to be **promotional material for a local hat manufacturer**, using verse to advertise Johnston's business and reputation.