The Wasp — 1888 — page 104: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **hotel and business advertising** for Pacific Coast and Eastern establishments, arranged alphabetically by location. The ads promote accommodations across California, Oregon, and other western states, with details about rates, amenities, and proprietors. There is **no visible cartoon or satirical content** on this page. The Wasp magazine appears here in its commercial/directory capacity rather than its satirical function. The densely packed advertisements—for hotels, restaurants, and lodging houses—dominate the entire layout, suggesting this section served as a revenue-generating business directory for travelers seeking accommodations during the late 19th or early 20th century.