The Wasp — 1890 — page 337: what you’re looking at

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This page contains no political cartoon, but rather political opinion pieces typical of *The Wasp's* satirical journalism. The main articles critique: 1. **"Democratic Inventive Genius"** - Mocks Democratic editor tactics of inventing scandals about opponents (references "Wanamaker" and "pro-Chinese Morey letter") 2. **"The Vulture and the Weasel"** - Attacks mayoral candidates O'Donnell and Buckley as predatory political animals unfit for office 3. **"Call the Extra Session"** - Argues President Harrison should convene Congress to address internal party disputes 4. **"Senator Stanford"** - Praises returning California politician Leland Stanford 5. **"Coleman and the Republican Platform"** - Criticizes J.V. Coleman's vague Republican platform rhetoric The page reflects San Francisco Bay Area politics of 1890, with partisan attacks on Democratic and Republican figures.