The Wasp — 1891 — page 432: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising and editorial content** rather than political cartoons. The dominant feature is a portrait of **William McKinley of Ohio**, identified as author of the McKinley Tariff Bill—described as "the most prominent [issue] before the country." The accompanying text praises McKinley as a "far-sighted statesman" whose speeches demonstrate "dignified logic and statesmanship," though it notes he was "defeated in the recent contest" (likely the 1890 elections). The passage suggests McKinley represents strong national leadership against political enemies. The remainder consists of local San Francisco business advertisements for savings societies, bookbinders, restaurants, and real estate—typical magazine filler from this era.