The Wasp — 1895 — page 555: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains two main elements: **Left side ("Naming the Baby"):** A satirical poem listing numerous female names debated for a newborn, ending with "Jane" as the chosen name. This appears to be light social satire on the indecisiveness of naming conventions. **Right side ("Second Thoughts Always Best"):** An illustration and accompanying text depicting a married couple discussing a ball gown. The husband suggests the neckline should be higher and the back more modest, critiquing the garment's expense ($10 a yard). The wife dismisses his suggestion ("never mind"), humorously illustrating marital dynamics around fashion and spending. **Below:** A substantial article about S.S. Chamberlain, a newspaper managing editor, praising his journalistic abilities and experience in European and Eastern journalism. The page is primarily satirical commentary on domestic life and contemporary journalism.