The Wasp — 1891 — page 209: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

The page contains editorial commentary rather than cartoons. The main sections address: **"Go Home, Gentlemen"** — Criticizes the Legislature for failing to suppress wrongdoing. The author argues lawmakers have lost public confidence through repeated failures and should be dismissed. **"The Pool Rooms"** — Condemns the Legislature's rejection of a bill to suppress pool gambling in San Francisco, calling it a "crying evil" and arguing the Legislature has abdicated its responsibility to the city. **"Poor Chicago"** — Discusses Chicago's stance against free trade and upcoming World's Fair, contrasting it unfavorably with San Francisco's more open commercial approach. The unsigned editorial also mocks "Mrs. Stanley" (likely a society figure) for criticizing American women's dress and taste compared to London fashion, defending American style as superior.