The Wasp — 1890 — page 13: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **biographical and advertising content**, not political satire. The main feature is a portrait and biography of **Albert Foster Jones**, a California politician and lawyer. The text details his career: born in Connecticut, moved to California, practiced law, served as District Attorney, and was elected State Senator in 1886. The right column contains **"The Dodger Nuisance,"** criticizing how advertisers use street-corner "dodgers" (handbills) to litter public spaces with ads, calling it an ineffective method to reach audiences. Below is an advertisement for **Wingate & Stone**, a real estate brokerage in Astoria, Oregon. At the bottom is a brief humorous dialog ("Brought Bitter Thoughts") about billiards. The page functions as a society/business journal rather than satirical commentary.