The Wasp — 1879 — page 469: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page from *The Wasp* contains two distinct sections: **Top section**: A serialized story titled "Phases of History" by Salmi Morse, continuing a narrative about domestic conflict involving characters named James, Dobbs, and Madame Martinetti. The text describes romantic entanglements and theatrical drama among these figures. **Bottom section**: A brief news item titled "A Highly Intelligent Eastern Account of the Bonanza Kings," reporting on California's bonanza kings and their involvement with the Bonanza Trail. It mentions specific individuals including O'Brien, Fair, and Mackay, discussing their business dealings and social prominence. This page is primarily **text-based journalism and serialized fiction** rather than political cartoons. It reflects *The Wasp*'s satirical coverage of San Francisco's wealthy elite and theatrical personalities of the era.