The Wasp — 1892 — page 246: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

The main illustration titled "Lend Me Your Ear" depicts a man in formal attire appearing to whisper to or grab another man's ear. The cartoon likely satirizes political persuasion or coercion—a common Wasp theme. The surrounding text includes gossip about San Francisco society and politics, including references to Commodore McCarthy's yacht race, Sheriff candidates, and a Public Administrator named Freese. The bottom section shifts to personal narratives about domestic life and a humorous anecdote about purchasing chickens for a dinner party. The illustration "Overheard at Santa Cruz" shows two figures by water, likely capturing an overheard conversation for comedic effect. The page exemplifies The Wasp's blend of political commentary and social satire targeting San Francisco's elite and middle-class pretensions.