The Wasp — 1878 — page 325: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertisements and business listings** for San Francisco establishments, circa late 1800s. There are no discernible political cartoons or satirical commentary visible. The ads include: - **Chicago Brewery** (1420-1434 Pine St.) - **Youths' Directory** (employment bureau) - **Scollay's Aquarium** - **Dr. Gibbon's Dispensary** (medical services) - **Humboldt Brewery** (with building illustration) - **Muller's Optical Depot** and **Muller's Optician** (eyeglasses) - **Sullivan, Kelly & Co.** (paints, oils, glass) The decorative headers feature ornamental Victorian-style illustrations typical of period advertising. The page functions as a commercial directory rather than satirical content, showcasing local San Francisco businesses seeking customer patronage.