The Wasp — 1891 — page 231: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page presents five candidates for a vacant U.S. Senate seat. The *Wasp* evaluates each aspirant with accompanying portraits: **Charles N. Felton** — described as prominent and well-known, having served the state in various capacities and proven himself a capable officer. **George C. Perkins** — former Governor with a clean record and extensive business experience; deemed fit for the Senate. **M. M. Estee** — praised for public affairs expertise and integrity, ranking among the state's first citizens. **A. P. Williams** — San Francisco businessman with long political involvement and Republican credentials. **M. H. De Young** — recent aspirant who made a "worthy representative" at the National Republican Convention. The *Wasp* appears to be presenting these candidates relatively straightforwardly rather than satirizing them.