The Wasp — 1892 — page 398: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is primarily a **text-based editorial page** rather than a political cartoon. The masthead identifies *The Wasp* as a San Francisco satirical publication edited by Thomas E. Flynn. The content consists of brief satirical commentary on local and national figures, including: - **Policeman Green**: credited with a novel "galvanic shock" treatment for drunkenness - **Editor Blinn**: mocked for publishing poor-quality art in a college publication - **Frank L. Coombs**: the new Minister to Japan, humorously critiqued - **Charles A. Wetmore**: involved in a legal dispute with his company The writing style is irreverent and gossipy, targeting San Francisco's civic and social establishment. The page exemplifies *The Wasp*'s approach: sharp-tongued commentary on contemporary scandals and personalities rather than illustrated satire.