The Wasp — 1890 — page 476: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **textual commentary** rather than political cartoons. The main illustrated elements are decorative vignettes showing scenes of urban life and architecture. The text discusses several San Francisco civic issues: the City Hall scandal (described as a "white elephant"), Chinese immigration and their role as grocers, press censorship regarding lottery coverage, and Miss Marion Manola's recent photography controversy—she was photographed in tights without consent, sparking debate about privacy and decency. The final section praises the San Francisco Wasp's management improvements and notes efforts to reform fire department policies. The overall tone is **muckraking social commentary** critiquing local government corruption, immigration attitudes, and press ethics—typical of *The Wasp*'s satirical mission.