The Wasp — 1893 — page 228: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is **primarily advertising**, not satire or editorial content. It features promotional material for the Hotel del Monte in Monterey, California, presented as "The Queen of Summer Resorts" for the 1893 season. The page includes multiple photographs of the hotel's elegant architecture and grounds, along with descriptive text highlighting amenities: elevators, spacious rooms, perfect ventilation, European and American dining plans, and convenient access from San Francisco. On the right side, a "Directory of the Best Hotels and Watering Places" lists various California establishments with their rates and proprietors. The sole editorial element is the decorative framing and typography emphasizing luxury and exclusivity—reflecting late 19th-century marketing to wealthy tourists. There are no political cartoons or satirical figures visible on this page.