The Wasp — 1888 — page 462: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising and theater listings** rather than political satire. The visible content includes: - **Poetry/literary pieces**: "Some Echoes from Virginia," "Through a Glass Darkly," and "How She Got Even"—sentimental verses typical of 19th-century periodicals - **Theater advertisements**: Multiple San Francisco venues (Alcazar Theater, Tivoli Opera House, Bush-Street Theater) promoting current productions like "A Midnight Bell" and "Little Puck" - **Commercial advertisements**: For Liebig Company's meat extract, Dr. Gibbon's Dispensary, Tarrant's Extract, Epps's Cocoa, and Napa Soda Springs There are **no visible political cartoons** on this page. The satirical magazine's actual commentary appears minimal here, with the page dominated by period advertisements and light entertainment content rather than social or political critique.