The Wasp — 1890 — page 388: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising and directory listings** rather than satirical content. It contains: - A hotel directory for San Francisco and Pacific Coast establishments - Commercial advertisements for various resorts and accommodations - A poem titled "After the Baby Show" (sentimental verse about parenting) - A large advertisement for "Hotel del Monte" in Monterey, California, described as "America's Famous Summer and Winter Resort" The only identifiable satirical elements are minimal—there's a brief humorous dialogue labeled "Very Inviting" mocking a dental visit, and scattered small ads with light humor (like one about stomach medicine). The page primarily served The Wasp's revenue through paid hotel and travel advertising rather than political satire. No specific political figures or events are referenced.