The Wasp — 1876 — page 180: what you’re looking at

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This page is primarily **text and advertisements** rather than political cartoons. The main content includes theater reviews and notices for San Francisco entertainments (Baldwin's Academy of Music, Woodward's Gardens, etc.). The editorial section titled "THE POLICE" discusses a dismissed policeman's complaint about the San Francisco Police Department. It critiques police practices regarding arrests and discipline, sarcastically noting that citizens should trust the force despite documented problems. A separate piece, "HAYES DECLARED PRESIDENT," comments on Rutherford B. Hayes's recent election, criticizing Republican leadership while appearing to mock both Hayes and the political establishment. The page reflects 1876 San Francisco political concerns rather than featuring visual satire or caricature.