The Wasp — 1895 — page 320: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising and society gossip**, not political satire. The main content includes: **The cartoon** (labeled "THERE ARE OTHERS") shows two men in conversation—likely a satirical comment on social circles, though the specific subjects are unclear without additional context. **Society section** discusses high-society events: Talbot's court case (social scandal), upcoming Pacific Yacht Club events, and Oriental fashion trends among the wealthy. References to Genevieve and gossip about eligible bachelors suggest this targets San Francisco's upper class. **Advertisements** dominate the lower half: champagne, typewriters, a hat/flower shop, and notably **Mrs. Nettie Harrison's advertisement for removing superfluous hair**—reflecting early 1900s cosmetic concerns. The satire appears gentle, mocking society vanities rather than political figures.