The Wasp — 1889 — page 133: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains **theater and entertainment reviews**, not political satire. The single illustration shows **"The New Bush"** — likely a caricature related to Hoyt's "Hole in the Ground" theatrical production. The text discusses various stage performances and actors of the era, including reviews of "The Nightingale," "It," and other productions. Notable mentions include Joseph Grainger, Phoebe Davies, and Ethel Brandon in leading roles. The page also includes a section on "The Walking Match" — a sporting event — and concludes with product testimonials for "Dr. S.L. Williams' Nerve Tonic," advertising its effectiveness for neuralgia. This appears to be **typical period entertainment journalism and advertising** rather than political commentary or satire.