The Wasp — 1891 — page 163: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising and entertainment listings** rather than political satire. The main content includes: **Central Image**: A sketch labeled "Gone On Before" depicts a rotund, poorly-dressed man—likely social commentary on economic hardship or working-class struggles, though the specific reference is unclear. **Theater Reviews**: Text discusses performances at the Tivoli Opera House, including comedies featuring "weak and fussy wives" and humorous domestic situations—typical vaudeville-era entertainment critiques. **Advertisements**: The page is dominated by insurance companies, furniture sellers, and other businesses—standard magazine filler of the period. **Lower Section**: "Other Peoples' Money" contains brief satirical economic commentary on San Francisco's real estate market and construction boom. The page lacks explicit political cartooning; instead it reflects contemporary urban entertainment and commercial interests.