The Wasp — October 4, 1879 — page 12: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# The Illustrated Wasp, Page 171 This page contains a letter to "My Dear Grandmother" describing the writer's observations of San Francisco society and the "Wasp" publication itself. The main illustration shows **the Santa Rosa "Wasp" Express Company**, depicted as a cart pulled by a horned animal (possibly a bull or goat), carrying newspapers. The satirical point appears to be about the Wasp's circulation and influence in spreading gossip and scandal throughout San Francisco and surrounding areas. The letter humorously describes how the Wasp's advertisements and content circulate widely, referencing its impact on public perception. The beast-drawn cart satirizes the somewhat crude but effective distribution method of this scandal-focused satirical magazine reaching readers across the region.