The Wasp — 1890 — page 13: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains primarily editorial and advertising content rather than political cartoons. The masthead shows *The Wasp* was a San Francisco satirical weekly published by Samuel W. Backus. The "Editorial" section discusses local San Francisco affairs, including a humorous anecdote about Supervisor Barry and his relationship with boss Buckley regarding a Sheriff nomination. The piece satirizes municipal politics and patronage systems typical of late 19th-century urban governance. The small decorative illustration at left appears to be a generic satirical vignette rather than commentary on specific figures. The page emphasizes *The Wasp*'s intention to improve its quality and circulation in 1890, promising better cartoons and commentary on both local politics and state affairs.