The Wasp — 1890 — page 238: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

The top illustration captioned "Last Act of the 'Ironmaster'—Mr. and Mrs. Kendal" depicts a theatrical scene with characters in period costume, likely referencing a contemporary stage production. Without additional context, the specific play and its satirical significance remain unclear. The remainder of the page comprises theatrical and entertainment notices discussing various San Francisco productions and performers from that era, including upcoming operas and plays. There's also a section titled "Other Peoples' Money—Continued" featuring a narrative anecdote about a Chinese murder case, illustrated with a portrait. The page functions primarily as entertainment journalism and gossip rather than political satire, typical of The Wasp's editorial mix.