The Wasp — 1893 — page 326: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains no cartoon, but rather a satirical gossip/opinion column titled "Round and About." The text mocks various San Francisco political and social figures of the era, including: **Key targets:** - **Tom Geary** — criticized for his boat-club political maneuvering - **Charley Kingsley** — described as a boastful, self-aggrandizing figure - **Dr. Potter** — noted for spreading rumors - **W.C. Ralston** — accused of spreading false information The column employs sarcastic commentary on local politics, social clubs, and personal scandals. It criticizes figures for self-promotion, dishonesty, and hypocritical behavior—typical of satirical magazines targeting San Francisco's elite during this period. The tone is gossipy and cutting, designed to deflate pretension among the city's establishment.