The Wasp — 1892 — page 56: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page features an article titled "Gold the Basis" advocating for currency backed by gold reserves. The accompanying photograph shows "Mr. and Mrs. Gladstone"—likely William Ewart Gladstone, the prominent British Liberal politician who served as Prime Minister multiple times in the 19th century. The article argues the U.S. government should increase its gold supply through California mining to support expanded currency circulation and economic growth. It discusses how gold mining could benefit American industries and treasury. The inclusion of the Gladstones appears biographical rather than satirical—likely because Gladstone was a noted figure in contemporary political/economic discussions, though the specific connection to this monetary policy piece isn't entirely clear from the visible text.