The Wasp — 1894 — page 282: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page contains three distinct sections: **"Flurry in the Federal Offices"** criticizes the *Chronicle* newspaper for publishing a fake letter allegedly from D. Craig, a notary, exposing Civil Service violations and salary fraud. The item mocks the *Chronicle's* credibility. **"Our Double-Page Cartoon This Week"** describes a California gubernatorial election cartoon depicting "Farmer Rainey's roosters," with references to James Buell, Max Popper, and bribery—mocking political corruption in California's Democratic ticket. **"Her Heart's Secret"** is a sentimental romantic dialogue between two figures (illustrations show a woman and man), where the woman refuses marriage, claiming love cannot overcome social barriers. The page also includes a contest offering $50 and $25 prizes for guessing the successful gubernatorial candidate.