The Wasp — 1895 — page 1024: what you’re looking at

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This page contains three biographical profiles with portraits rather than political cartoons. The subjects are: 1. **James H. O'Brien** - identified as chief adviser to Christopher Buckley's council, described as a political figure and leader of the Occidental Club. 2. **Henry J. Crocker** - recognized for organizing horse shows in San Francisco; elected president of an exhibition association. 3. **James W. Kirk** - "The King of the Dudes," a New York commercial traveler visiting San Francisco. The accompanying text satirizes his outdated fashion sense, criticizing his poor sartorial choices—worn dress suits, incorrect vest styles, and general ignorance of proper gentlemen's attire. The satire targets his pretentiousness despite obvious fashion failures. The page also includes advertisements and book reviews unrelated to satire.