The Wasp — 1891 — page 355: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising and literary content** rather than political satire. The main illustration shows "The opening dash at the B.Y. District track"—a horse racing scene. The central text is a poem titled "A Year Ago" by Joe Kerr, nostalgic verse about lost romance and spring's return. It includes dialogue between speakers remembering a failed relationship. Below the poem is "Hang the Corrupt Scoundrels," an editorial about Judge Murphy's handling of a trial involving "boodles" (bribes) and political corruption. The writer critiques how the judge addressed criminals and argues reformers shouldn't be too harsh on corrupt officials, as poverty and lack of opportunity drive crime. The remainder comprises **San Francisco business advertisements** for liquor dealers, shipping merchants, insurance, and other services.