The New York herald., 1872-10-04

Seventy yesterday; and IL will be seen perusal
Of the series Of interviews that Mr. Duncan is very
favorably regarded by these gentlemen, and his
qualifications for the Chief Magistracy are almost
unanimously endorsed.
Judge Edwards Pierrepont.
At No. 16 Wall street, in wilderness Of law
ofnces, Judge Pierrepont was found by the HERALD
representative, who elected from him an opinion
highly eulogistic of Mr.. Duncan. The interview
was opened by the formal question Of Mr.. Duncan's
fitness for the oi1ice OF Mayor.
Judge PIERREPoNT-well, really have not con-
sidered much over the gentleman's name In con-
necton with the office; bur, in so far as Mr. Dun
can Is concerned, think him every way suitable
Tor the 0fice. He has always been held In high
esteem by the community, and, from his elevated
above suspicion, and that Is saying great deal in
these days Of indiscriminate attack. My personal
VIEWS however, must not be considered in de-
Of the Committee Of Seventy feel It incumbent on
cate the nomination g. s,y candidate who secures
most votes. Mr.. Dunu~. 3 chances are good, and,
20 ia9 as am aware no grounds OF ob
sought the office, and, therefore, have more faith
IN his honesty Of purpose than II he wanted it, be-
cause 1t Is an Onerous one and those who are
anxious for 1t have generally some personal ends
Judge Pierrepont, Of course, felt dsincined to
express any warmth OF feeling without having
conference with his colts6res or the Committee OF
marks that Mr. Duncan was not an objectionable
candidate and would be high on the list OF favortes
IN the contest.
Ex-Mayor Havemcyer.
Mr.. william F. Havemeyer was found at his office
In Trinity Building.
A'Mr. Havemeyer," said the repo rter, II have
called to see what you think Of the proposed nomi
nation of William B. Duncan for Mayor.n
swell, to tell the truth, have not considered the
matter.,'
"Are not his business reputation and general
character pretty good assurance that he would fill
the office creditablyf"
~ have always understood that he has proved
good business man, but these are not the only re-
quisites for Mayor: It is trying position and re-
quires peculiar Abilities"
"Among which may be classed patience, care and
amiability OF temper?"
ayes. The ofQce is one that subjects the occu-
pant to many ahnoyanccs Whether Mr.. Duncan
possesses the requisites know not OF my own
knowlsSge;i" Wo%s ~ .,rs von 10 oco.,.,,o % +,o
formerss"
.'rhat is more than can say. Politics are 50
mixed up that we scarcely know who is the best.
i have taken no part as yet, although some have
mentioned my name.n
Eyes, see John Foley has taken the initiative,
and You have been nominated"
Eyes, Mr.. Foley is enthusiastic, and when he
thinks thing should be done he thinks 1t ought to
be done at once, and perhaps, he is too hasty some
times. II is too soon to form an opinion II you
place Kaleidoscope to your eye yon will see one
pears and you never see it again. SO it is with
potifsans sa one who today day s popular may fall
ton " will have an innaence on the election. If ar
tranft Is elected Tammany Hall is dead but If de.
feated they will have slight victory. The Com
mittee OF Seventy have not taken any action yet
as to the Mayoraty. AS to Mr.. Duncan s fitness l
cannot express an opinion"
Julius w. Ticmann.
Mr.. Tiemann was found by the HERALD represent
ative deep in business, at 10 Park place. The
gentleman was little reticent In mentioning a
choice for the Mayoralty, but from the tone OF his
conversation the man he wanted to see placed in
such responsible position should be drawn from
the ranks Of those who had no aflliation with poll
tics and who were not anxious Tor office. The re-
porter made a dash on the centre by asking the
following question IL
REPoRTER-What is the general impression pre-
vaing regarding the mention Of Mr.. Butler Dun
cans name for Mayor?
friday night, and no doubt that question will re-
ceive good deal OF its attention. So far as am
personally concerned, want to see man in that
office who knows something OF the requirements
Of the city and is deeply identified with its inter-
not be accepted bv the respectable class OF the
community They are too intimately connected
ton shall receive my vote. So fur as regards Mr.
Duncan, have very high estimation OF the gen.
tleman, and, though not personally acquainted, his
reputation Is such as to lead me to believe that he
has all the qualifications for the Office But while
the question is pending must decline hazarding an
opinion regarding my own course. Mr.. Duncan is a
courteous. agreeable gentleman, so report says
and from social point OF view would lend dignity
end respect to the Office; but whether his ideas re-
9arding reform and the requirements Of the city
would meet those OF the Committee OF Seventy is a
matter for deliberati0n. l am tired of this busi-
ness, and shall be heartily glad when some unan-
Unity prevails among the reiormers. / have no
preferences, and should Mr.. Duncans views coin
eide with my own shall be most happy to give
him every support.
The reporter then withdrew and left Mr.. Tiemann
70 reject on the suitability OF the candidate for the
ONCE.
Paul N. spoford.