The Wasp — 1887 — page 320: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page consists entirely of **hotel and lodging advertisements** arranged in two columns. There are **no political cartoons or satirical content visible**. The ads promote accommodations across California and neighboring regions—San Francisco, Los Angeles, Sacramento, Napa, Salinas, and other cities—along with listings in Nevada, Utah, and Oregon. Each entry includes the establishment's name, location, amenities (bath facilities, sample rooms, cuisine), and nightly rates (typically $1-$3). The Wasp was a satirical publication, but **this particular page is purely commercial**, serving as a hotel directory for travelers. It reflects late 19th-century American tourism infrastructure and advertising practices, with no political messaging or humorous content to analyze.