The Wasp — July 17, 1880 — page 6: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# The Illustrated Wasp, Page 821 This page contains two distinct pieces: **"The Fete of the Tricolor"** (main article) describes a French celebration commemorating the fall of the Bastille, held at Lafayette Hall in San Francisco. The event featured elaborate decorations, patriotic speeches, and performances including a Marseillaise rendition. The text notes the audience response was enthusiastic but shorter than expected. **"Disturbing Effects of the New Charter at Lone Mountain"** (illustration below) appears to be a satirical cartoon, though the specific reference remains unclear from the visible text. The scene depicts a crowded, chaotic gathering with religious imagery (crosses visible), suggesting satire about civic or religious controversy. The exact political target is uncertain without additional context about San Francisco events of this period.