The Wasp — 1893 — page 486: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **theatrical advertising and entertainment listings** for San Francisco venues (June 1893), with minimal political satire. The small cartoon labeled "OMENS" depicts a bald man's head with women's faces surrounding it. The accompanying poem mocks men who frequent theaters, suggesting that bald-headed theater patrons are henpecked by their wives ("sway with sensuous poise"). The text "DEVOTED TO TERPSICHORE" (goddess of dance) frames light social satire about theater culture rather than politics. The "Extra Dry" champagne advertisement below offers a humorous aside about refined tastes. Overall, this represents **lifestyle satire targeting San Francisco's leisure class and theater-goers**, not serious political commentary.