The Wasp — 1895 — page 11: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains **social gossip and theater criticism** rather than political cartoons. The main content discusses San Francisco's elite social scene, including: - A critique of actress **Miss Anna Boyd's** performance in a theatrical production, noting her acting and appearance - Commentary on a **Chicago vs. Stanford football game**, mocking Chicago's loss and suggesting the "Reliance" team (unclear reference) performed better - A humorous exchange about **Berkeley College** and **Stanford College** men, poking fun at their education and romantic prospects - Discussion of the **Society of Arts and Shafts** purchasing a piano The illustrations show fashionable figures in Edwardian dress. The satire targets San Francisco's upper-class social pretensions, theatrical world, and college rivalries typical of early 1900s American humor magazines.