The Wasp — 1895 — page 105: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising**, not political satire. The main cartoon depicts a humorous street scene where a cyclist ("Scoocher") has apparently startled a horse and rider, with the caption suggesting one should "ring the bell" to warn others—a practical safety joke about early bicycle etiquette. Below are advertisements for: - **Wasp Premium Watches** (pocket watches with Arabic and Roman dials) - **Louis Roederer Champagne** (wine by Macondray Bros. & Lockard) - **Sullivan's Shoe House** (footwear retailer) - **Palace Hotel Grill Room** (San Francisco dining) The cartoon's humor relies on the novelty and danger of bicycles in urban traffic—a contemporary concern when bicycles were still relatively new vehicles sharing streets with horses and pedestrians.