The Wasp — 1895 — page 168: what you’re looking at

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This is primarily a satirical news and commentary page rather than a political cartoon. The masthead identifies *The Wasp* as "The Pictorial Weekly of the Pacific Coast" and "Oldest Cartoon Paper in Colors in the United States," established 1876. The visible content includes editorial commentary on contemporary issues: Cleveland's silver policy, poverty in San Francisco, the legislative session in Sacramento, Dr. Stearns's medical practice, and society gossip including the Gould-Castellane wedding. The magazine combines sharp social criticism with gossip, targeting political figures, wealthy elites, and local scandals. The tone is irreverent and mocking toward both politicians and high society.