The Wasp — 1880 — page 179: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **advertising and theater reviews** rather than political satire. The main content includes: **Theater Reviews:** Discusses performances at the Bush Street Theater, including *The Carnival* and *Cole's Circus*. Reviews mention actors like Alonso Hatch and Freeman, critiquing their performances and the show's costumes and staging. **Large Advertisement:** "The Wasp" promotes itself as an advertising medium reaching 10,000 copies weekly across US, Canada, and Australian colonies. **Illustration:** A detailed drawing of what appears to be a figure in elaborate period costume (upper right) relates to the theatrical content discussed. **Small Advertisements:** Include notices for Miller & Richard's "Scotch Type" printing materials and various other services. The page reflects late 19th-century San Francisco entertainment culture and publishing practices rather than containing political commentary.