The Wasp — 1890 — page 247: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising and miscellaneous content** rather than political satire. The main items include: 1. **Scott's Emulsion advertisement** - a health tonic for children 2. **Furniture/upholstery ads** from W. & J. Sloane & Co. 3. **"Scene at the Nevada Bank"** - a humorous anecdote about a man trying to cash a suspicious check, involving confusion with bank officials 4. **Tooth polish advertisement** featuring a formally-dressed "Gentleman" 5. **The Ladies' Home Journal employment solicitation** 6. **Various small classified ads** (patents, insurance, odd fellows) The Nevada Bank story appears to be the page's main comedic content—a light, situational humor piece rather than political commentary. The overall page reflects *The Wasp's* mixed content model: satirical journalism alongside commercial advertising.