The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1874-03-25

Judge Curtis. in the democratic caucus. was
complete surprise to those who for years past have
stood at the helm or the democratic ship OF state
IN Massachusetts,. The democratic 'hunkers''
and "war horses' in the House were almost
pledged to Mr.. Adams, and openly asserted tnat it
was impossible to name his peer In the State. The
idea that such man as Benjamin Robbins Curtis
existed never enter their minds until some OF the
young and active democrats declared against
being harnessed into the timewOrn traces OF the
"war horse'' element, and
PRONOUNCED FOR Mr.. CURTIS.
His ability and integrity were fairly acknowl-
edged by the old leaders, who declared unhesitat-
fngly In the caucus that he was the equal OF Mr..
Adams In every respect, but was not their first
CHOICE from the fact that IN their opinion 1t was
impossible to elect him. The young element
went to work quietly. however, and when on
Wednesday OF last week Mr. Rankin. OF Boston,
and Mr.. Estabrook, OF Worcester, pronounced
for Curtis they received cordial support on all
Sides The wisdom OF sucn nomination now
manilests Itself, they think, and the democrats
throughout the State evidently proud OF the
firm and gallant stand taken by their representa-
tves.
sANGUNE FEELING OF TIE DEMOCRATS.
Tonight the feeling Is that Curtis will receive
nearly ninety votes in convention, and some en-
rhusiastic democrats predict that, If the seam in
the republican ranks can be kept open until five
or six votes have been had, Curtis may be
the successor OF Charles Sumner. Such is the feel
ing among the groups OF democrats who held forth
at the different hotels this evening, but such q
prophecy is but a harmless flight OF fanciIu en-
thusiasm. What the HERALDs dispatches antici-
pated last night concerning the
CHANCES OF GENERAL BANKS
may possibly be realized ASSUMING that Judge
Hoar's prospects Will continue TO diminish, it is
among the most probable OF all probabilities that the
friends OF that gentleman will take up Banks or any
other man to defeat Dawes. Inasmuch as the Gene
raj hasa personal popularity mingled with his abi
ity and Congressional experience he will probably
be the tavorite with the scattering voters, as
well as the ant-Butler Republicans and possibly a
few democrats Will take kindly to him. The next
compromise candidate for the defeat of Dawes Is
Speaker Sanford, OF the last and OF the present
House. He is able and popular and his name has
noated around quite conspcuously this evening
upon the surface OF caucus gossip.
CHARLES FRANCIS ADAMS
is sometimes mentioned in this connection, but
his name seems to nave little charm aud is produce
tive OF little enthusiasm among either republicans
Or democrats. The movement in favor OF Banks as
a compromise looms up most conspicuousy, and
the organization Of his friends is characterized by
wealth as well as completeness.
AS this despatch clOses--at mdnght-the excite
ment continues. At Parker's the scenes are as
lively as the opinions and comments are confused.
The situation Is more uncertain and the probable
result more OF On enigma than ever.
Sympathy Mt Washington with Events
In the Massachusetts Legislature-yVho
Is To Re ScnatOr:-Mr. Dawes Place I'm
the Committee of Ways and Means.
WASHINGTON, March "a, 1874.
The lobby OF the House was crowded this after
nooa with parties interested In the Senatorial
election in Massachusetts. Mr.. Dawes. Mr.. f.
lockwood Hoar and the Poor Boys Friend, each
had his circle OF anxious friends The respect
ability Of the eastern part OF the State elated
when the news arrived that Hoar led the list, and
q consequent depression ensued when the result
OF the third ballot showed gain for Mr.. Dawes.
The Poor Boys' Friend was exceedingly nervous,
sucked his unit cigar twired in his chair. went to
the Judiciary Committee room, looked anxiousy
at the clock and betrayed unmistakable signs OF
displeasure at the strength Of MIR. Hoar's vote.
Dawes was smiling and agreeable, but neverthe-
less soicltous. When the despatch came that
voting had been deferred till to-
morrow feeling Of relief came over
the aspirants for Senatorial honor. The
opinion does not prevail that either MIR. Dawes or
Mr. Hoar will be called upon to bid their colleagues
In the House adleu. third party, perhaps Gen.
eral Banks may be elected as Mr.. Summers sue
cessor In the event OF Mr.. Dawes election, it is
understood that George +. Hoar will be appointed
on the Ways and Means Committee. and Mr. Kelley
Will be chairman. The rule OF the House very
plainly states that the first named on committee
shall be the chairman, unless the members elect
another member to that position. Mr.. Kelley by
seniority and experience is entitled to the chair
manship, ana the republican members OF the WAYS
and Means Committee, at least, viii not 0ppose
his filing the position. Revision OF the tariff or
important radical changes in the revenue laws will
not be made this session OF Congress- so that tae
opponents OF Mr. Kelley in the House have nothing
to fear. On financial measures the policy OF this
Congress Is pretty wei settled, so that the char
manship OF the committee Is not as full OF honor
ana Importance as 1t has been during the past
eight years