The Wasp — 1893 — page 310: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains multiple satirical pieces mocking various social types and situations in San Francisco: **"A Trade Anomaly"** depicts a milk inspector interrogating a boy about dairy quality, sarcastically questioning whether milk is actually being delivered from "Cow Hollow" (a San Francisco neighborhood). **"Comparisons Were Odious"** presents a dialogue between a Recorder and Prisoner, mocking how absurd and nonsensical justifications become when people try to explain their actions—comparing various illogical defenses. **"A Large Time Ahead"** shows a man with an oversized hat, joking about his wife leaving town and his plans to enjoy himself. **"In the San Francisco Art School"** satirizes art students and teachers, appearing to mock their pretensions and the school's culture. The overall tone critiques local institutions, working-class life, and social hypocrisy through humor and caricature.