The Wasp — 1891 — page 179: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page features an article titled "The Streets of San Francisco" by Hon. Joseph D. Redding, accompanied by a portrait photograph of the author. The piece critiques San Francisco's municipal infrastructure, specifically its poorly maintained streets and pavements. Redding argues that the city's defective sewerage, inadequate paving, and general neglect make it unattractive compared to other American cities. He contends that wealthy residents, discouraged by these conditions, relocate elsewhere, taking their fortunes and tax revenue with them. The article also includes three brief humorous pieces: "The Standard Dictionary," "Who Would Have Thought It," and "The Bliss of Innocence"—light satirical commentary typical of The Wasp's social criticism. The overall thrust criticizes San Francisco's civic mismanagement and lack of civic pride.