The Wasp — May 22, 1880 — page 14: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is predominantly **advertising content** rather than satirical cartoons. The main illustration shows a goat labeled with various humorous phrases like "Mustang—has to swing" and "Wary—much merchandise," appearing to be a visual joke or mascot image. The bulk of the page contains period business advertisements for San Francisco establishments: piano rentals, gloves, billiard tables, orchestras, and costumes. The only satirical element is the central goat cartoon, which uses animal imagery and wordplay for humor, though the specific satirical target or social commentary is unclear without additional context about what the goat represents in 1890s San Francisco society.