Illustration shows President Cleveland handing a paper that states "Re-appointment for Honesty and Efficiency" to Henry G. Pearson for his appointment as Postmaster in New York. Pearson is carrying a box labeled "The People's Trust". In the background, are Whitelaw Reid with dagger labeled "N.Y. Tribune" and Charles A. Dana with dagger labeled "N.Y. Sun"; both appear angry that an efficient and honest citizen has been appointed to a civil service position.
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Haynes to T. R. Roosevelt, 1877-1908. Cartoon & caricatures from Puck by: Gillam, Opper, Zimmerman & Graeter, 1880s (shelf locator)
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Caption on item: Bravos in background - "Ha! Foiled again!"
