The Wasp — 1890 — page 370: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page features a portrait of President Harrison under "Our Gallery of American Statesmen," praising his integrity and character. The accompanying text defends Harrison's dignity against political attacks. The second major article, "Noble's Reply to Hill," discusses Secretary Noble's response to New York Governor Hill, accusing Hill of corrupt politics and comparing him unfavorably to Harrison's integrity. Below that, "How Clunie Lost a Vote" is a humorous anecdote about a Democratic congressman named Clunie who lost a voter's support after making disparaging remarks about fellow Democrat Tom Clunie in a restaurant conversation—the stranger turned out to be a Republican who appreciated Clunie's accidental self-criticism. The satire targets Democratic hypocrisy and internal party conflicts while defending Republican leadership.