The Wasp — 1893 — page 17: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

The page features two distinct items: **"Our Pictures" (top left):** A small cartoon showing a man presenting a portrait to another figure labeled "Mayor." The accompanying text identifies this as a portrait of Frank McCoppin, a prominent San Francisco businessman and political figure. The satire praises McCoppin's contributions to the city's prosperity and his role in establishing Golden Gate Park, positioning him as worthy of mayoral endorsement. **"What Came of a Corset" (main story):** A serialized French story by Mme. Bentja translated by K.P.G., depicting a comedic domestic dispute between a married couple about feminine undergarments at a beach resort. The narrative emphasizes period anxieties about women's fashion and marital propriety. The page blends local political commentary with romantic European fiction—typical Wasp content mixing satire with literary entertainment.