The Wasp — 1894 — page 341: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page combines serialized fiction ("The Oldmaid's Diary") with a cartoon and extensive business directory advertising. The cartoon, captioned "SHE CAN'T CATCH A MARRIAGEABLE MAN," depicts a woman attempting to court men, who are fleeing or rejecting her advances. The satire targets unmarried women seeking marriage—a common theme in early 20th-century humor mocking "spinsters." The surrounding story reinforces this, narrating a woman's desperation and social awkwardness in pursuing romantic prospects. The business listings represent San Francisco's commercial establishments, typical of The Wasp's revenue model blending satirical content with paid advertising.