The Wasp — 1876 — page 194: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising and notices** rather than political satire. The top half contains commercial advertisements for wines, liquors, breweries, and various services (hair dressing, piano tuning, real estate). The notable content is a story titled **"THE GREEN-EYED MONSTER TURNS OUT TO BE A MONKEY,"** describing a humorous anecdote about a jealous monkey that escaped from a station house and caused neighborhood chaos. Below that is an extended article about **"THE PINKSTON OUTRAGE"**—apparently a serious incident involving a woman's murder. The piece defends the woman's character against accusations, referencing political dimensions and Gov. Palmer's investigation. The page lacks clear political cartoons or caricatures. Its satirical content appears limited to the monkey story rather than direct political commentary.