The Wasp — 1888 — page 120: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising and business content** rather than political satire. The dominant features are: 1. **"You Can Furnish Your Home Now" advertisement** - California Furniture Company promoting half-price furnishings 2. **"14,799 Sold in 1886"** - A stove/heating appliance advertisement 3. **Business notices** for Anderson & Tallon and L.A. Berteling (optician) The only editorial content visible is a brief article on gas lighting innovations ("Less Gas and More Light"), praising the Welsbach Company's incandescent gas system as superior to electric light—a relevant 1880s-era technology debate. The illustration shows Rochesters Musical Comedy Company performing "The Widow O'Brien" at the Bush Street Theater, and mentions various theatrical performances. **Overall:** This is a commercial/entertainment page with minimal satirical content.