The Wasp — 1893 — page 42: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily a directory of "Leading Business Houses and Manufacturing Firms of San Francisco" rather than a satirical cartoon page. The left column contains articles about sports, including discussions of boxing matches and athletic club competitions in San Francisco. The bulk of the page consists of business advertisements and listings organized by category—furniture, manufacturing, imports, machinery, and services. The only illustrated element is an advertisement for "West Coast Furniture Co." at the bottom, which is a straightforward commercial notice rather than political satire. This appears to be a standard business directory issue of *The Wasp*, mixing sports commentary with commercial listings rather than featuring the satirical cartoons the magazine was known for.