The Wasp — 1891 — page 197: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily editorial and advertisement rather than cartoon-heavy. The masthead cartoon shows two caricatured figures labeled "I'M NOT SIGNING WHITE" - likely satirizing labor or political disputes of the era, though the specific reference is unclear without additional context. The articles focus on California issues: "The Industrial School" debates abolishing San Francisco's Industrial School for cost savings; "Still in the Lead" praises Piedmont Baths' popularity and management; and "People" discusses theater etiquette and patron rights. The "James G. Blaine" section appears to reference the politician's national prominence. Overall, this reflects *The Wasp*'s focus on local San Francisco politics, civic institutions, and public behavior—typical of 1890s satirical journalism.