The Wasp — 1888 — page 399: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising and advice columns** rather than political satire. The main content includes: **"It Wouldn't Be Her Fault If She Failed"** — a conversational story about Major Converse, apparently a local San Antonio railroad figure, discussing financial troubles and his intention to move to Chicago. The narrative emphasizes his reliability despite hardship. **"A Change of Tactics"** — a brief anecdote about stopping a pedestrian to ask if his name is "Gillienddy," leading to confusion about political party affiliation (Republican vs. Democrat). The remainder consists of period advertisements for Burke's Stout beer, Safffields Rejuvenator, Dr. Salfield's remedies, and Ludlow's Shoes. **No clear political cartoon is visible** on this page—it represents typical early-20th-century magazine filler content.