The Wasp — 1892 — page 460: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **editorial and advertising content** rather than political cartoons. The masthead announces *The Wasp* as "The Oldest Cartoon Paper in Colors in the United States," published by The Wasp Publishing Company. The main editorial discusses **theatrical infant prodigies** and criticizes the exploitation of child performers in stage productions. It argues against subjecting innocent children to labor and moral hazards of theater. A secondary section critiques the **Y.M.C.A.** for their involvement in political matters beyond their stated religious mission, suggesting they overreach their authority on public issues. The page includes **theater advertisements** for various San Francisco venues and amusements, typical of the era's publications.