The Wasp — 1892 — page 28: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising**, not satire or political commentary. It features promotional material for California hotels and resorts, particularly "The Celebrated Hotel Del Monte" in Monterey, described as "The Queen of Summer Resorts" for the 1892 season. The page includes photographs of various establishments (the Del Monte's main entrance, a custom house, and General Fremont's headquarters) alongside listings for San Francisco hotels and other Pacific Coast accommodations. The advertisements emphasize amenities like modern improvements, reasonable rates, and elegant furnishings—typical marketing language for the era's tourist industry. The small box at bottom right advertising "The California" hotel appears to be the only content with potential satirical intent, but context is insufficient to determine its meaning.