The Wasp — 1889 — page 67: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

The page features theater/entertainment reviews rather than political cartoons. The prominent illustration shows a wasp on a branch—the magazine's mascot/logo. The reviews discuss current theatrical productions and performances from what appears to be mid-to-late 19th century San Francisco. Notable mentions include: - **The Baldwin Theater's** production of "Serious" with Louisa Manfred as "Phoebe Meryll" - **The Alcazar's** staging of "The Leather Patch" - **Joe Murphy's** play "The Donagh" - Various actor notes (Charles McCarthy, Miss Bella Thorne, etc.) The content is primarily theatrical criticism and gossip—casting news, performer evaluations, and upcoming productions. A humor section titled "Phew! and Far Between" includes jokes about health and digestion. This is entertainment journalism rather than political satire, reflecting *The Wasp's* broader satirical approach beyond just political cartooning.