The Wasp — 1877 — page 24: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertisements and editorial content**, not a political cartoon. The main article, "The 'Chronicle' and Its Sensations," critiques a rival San Francisco newspaper (the *Chronicle*) for sensationalist reporting about alleged crimes. The piece argues the *Chronicle* publishes unverified stories that harm innocent people, suggesting journalists should exercise restraint rather than eagerly print potentially false accusations. A secondary editorial, "Judge Wheeler as a Divorce Judge," discusses a local judge's handling of divorce cases—praising his discretion and fairness. The remainder is classifieds: liquor merchants, breweries, whiskey sellers, cigar shops, and carriage services—typical commercial advertising for 1870s San Francisco.