The New York herald., 1877-03-03


proniscuousy expressed which would have called out
democratic resentment Democratic dcnunciatop, on
the other hand would have provoked similar feeling
among republicans Knowing this, and above all
being confident OF the stability OF republican insti
tutions there silence over great result which
would have been omnous any ywherc else With as u
meant cquicscence even when II Jailed carry with
II anything hike satisfaction. And so the day and night
wore on, and paradoxical MS It may seem, the most
important sayings yesterday were those which wcro
lett unsaid, Tor tho proof oi American patriotism is
silence.
In spltc however, OF the general silence which pre-
vailed some very energetic and episrammaca speeches
were heard during the day. One rcd.hot democrat
even undertook to explain the silencc:-
"Thc democrats arc too indignant TO speak, ho
said. sand tho republicans are ashamed TO- .
at is strange" another democrat remarked 'that
the American people fail TO see the fun III this thing.
Here are shouting against tho republican eight be-
cause the decision Is against u.s. whereas had Judge
Davis accepted place on the commission the rcpubli-
cans would now be shouting against tho democratic
eight"
There were expressions Of chagrin and disap-
pointment at the result coupled always with the ro-
mark that It foregone conclusion from the start
but for all that the grie was not UNIVERSAL IN the
democratic ranks, and tho JOY OF the republicans
not Of The outspokcn Jubnncc that follows the an-
nounccmcnt of success IN political Campaign. But
all hands, however satisfactory or Unsatisfactory
the result, there spirit Of congratuation over
the escape from grave and mcnacing danger. With
out regard to party affiliations rcjoced that tho
did not their way IN Congress- and
pretty strong cxpetives used by democrats
AS well as republicans on the subject Mr.. David
Dudley Fields course especially was loudly and car
neslly condemned an exhibition never before wit
messed In national politics, and the irritation at
Hayes election less kceniy felt by those to
whom It most disasteiul, because OF the mad Of
tort which made to defeat II in the face OF the
compromise which had been agreed upon by the lead
ing men OF both parties ana adopted by Congress
'.It the distractions had succeeded" said demo-
crat and republican alike anarchy would have been
inevitable and civil strife - too dear price to pay for
that success which would enable New York lawyer
to gain his case"
The sense OF this danger SO narrowly escaped en-.
tered into all the conversations OH tho Presidential
question yesterday some democrats heard TO
express much satisfaction over Hayes election as
II had been solid, oldashoncd, democratic victory.
Ths spirit was not confined TO Tammauy Hall, but
manifested Itself IN many unexpected quarters and
Tdcn was not personal favorite.
ABOUT HAYES.
In regard to the president-clec. tho feeling was
kindly aud generous. Many good words were spoken
OF tho manly bearing Ot Governor Hayes throughout
tho exciting contest which has just closed, and 1t
generally agreed that the country had nothing 10
fear from his Presidency SO far as he con.
ccrncd, the fclictatons were universal. and there
OF President Business 1t was generally believed.
would receive favorable impulse, not SO much
because Hayes elected as because great danger
had been uvertcd. and the peace OF tho country and
tho pcrpetuIty OF the Union were assured
VICE PRESIDENT wuEELER's
At the ST. Nicholas Hotel yesterday morning crowd
might have been observed in the main corridor mystic
riousy murmuring over very large trunk, which the
porcrs OF tho establishment appeared TO regard with
certain minglng OF reverence and curiosity. It
marked in large letters civilian A. Wheeler" and
the proprietor oblivious to the sensation II Great
ing, snatchng hasty breakfast, preparatory to
taking the train for Washington a few acquaint.
auces and regiment of eavcsdr0ppers were grouped
about him in the dining room, but he talked
little and ate rapidly, with the truc American
facility for transacting vast amount OF dietetic
business In the average five minutes allotted TO break
fasting this country. Ho did say, however, that no
was satisfied with the result besides intimating that
the beginning. and that the mountains oil evidence
piled up by the Congressional committee would never
be able convince him thut the State of Louisiana
had been trauduonlly counted Tor Hayes and Wheeler
As 10 the policy of tho incoming administration he
dropped no hints, and the eavcsdroppers, who had
away sad and unsatsiicd.
ELYs VIEWS
Mayor Ely is conservative and sound in his views.
He looks over the whole field IN dispassio nate
manner without the heated sentiments OF partisan.
''What do you think will bo the effect upon tho
public mind OF the placing of Hayes in the Presidential
cha,ry" ho asked by the HERALD representative
.'wcll," he answered. 81 am under the impression
that in two three months from now other exciting
questions VIII absorb the public mind. The people Of
the whole country have been wcaricd with such pro-
ractcd Presidential struggle and they glad OF tho
opportunity resume quietly thoir various avoca-
tons"
slow will this decision affect tho political status Of
the two parties?"
"rhcre is, undoubtedly, widespread feeling OF dis
satisfaction among all who voted Mr. Tiden, and
also with who voted for Hayes. These people
convinced that fraud has been committed and they
necessarily ec much aggrieved. The counting IN Of
Hayes will have the effect of keeping the democratic
aud republican parties intact ior tho next four years
lin your opnion will the democratic party gain
much in the future from accessions from tho rcpubi
cans 7"
Il have thought that the party when attained tho
Presidency would TAIL TO satisfy pubic expectation
The people demand relief from distress, and II
the power OF legislation to effect 1t. think that
far as mere party interests are concerned
tho democrats are fortunate IN not being com. !.
mel Is Pa a
Of Mr. Hayes viii be very unfortunately situated II
will have TO bear the odium OF being the creature of
traud, and will be constantly assailcd by powerful
opposition. The democratic party viii be held to-
gciher by consciousness OF tho wrong they have su
Tered and the certainty OF future success"
''Do you think II was judcious on tho part of thu
democratic party submit the question to a commits
SION oil Congressman aud supreme Court judges %
IL was doubtful of the policy put being convinced
that the democratic party was TO be deprived O the
results OF the election was not unwilling TO have any
luton"
''Do you think tho participation Of tho Supreme
Court judges the contest has diminished the popular
respect Tor That courtY''
II think there arc two very deplorablc effects 70.
sultlug IRON this contest Ono that the impression
Is prevalent that the eeco OF President is field
tor practice OF radd, "a II II were MINOR municipal
Office; tho other is that tho Supreme Court of the
United States which wc generally regarded the
highest and most sacred tribunal carth is alter all
composed OF very ordinary men, who decide the gravcst
questions as mere partisans "
"Do you approve of The attempt to prevent the ill.,
auguration OF Hayes by hiibustcring In CoDgress?n
II 10 NOT We cthcr wisely or unwisely submitted
the question TO sort or arbitration, AMI bound
IN honor to accept tho unfortunate result"
"What do you think o .hc personnel Of tho incoming
adm nstrationY"
~ do not know Mr. Hayes personally, but every one
says that he is cultivated gentleman aud u man OF
great rsona integrity but those know him
also say that he OF nncasy disposition and inclined
TO be indocnL This think Is n most unfortunate
trait OF character Tor one IN his position. know Mr..
Wheeler intimately and have entire confidence In his
good Intentions and capacity faithfully discharge
the duties OF the Office OF Vice President"
JOHN kELLy's OPINION.
Mr. John Kelly was found at his desk in the Comp.
trolcr's oiIisc yesterday afternoon by HERALD re-
porter, and In response to the qucstion"what effect
would the decision OF tho Eectoro Commission have
upon the future OF the democratic partys" snid:--
"rhc immediate effect will be that there will be
luii and temporary Indifference, which may last for
several months and probably very little attention Will