The National tribune., 1882-09-23
FOLGER'S CANDIDACY.

The nomination of Judge Folger by the
Saratoga convention yesterday is received here
with general satisfaction. The effect upon his
candidacy for the presidency is eagerly dis
cussed and there are not wanting those who
claim, in the event of his carrying New York
this fall, that the prestige thus gained will
make him the first choice Of the next National
convention. This conclusion is safe one, but
not necessarily warranted by the facts. 1t is
well known that Folger was the administration
candidate, although his friends, when con-
fronted with that statement, have always
denied it, claiming that he was no mans
candidate. There is no reason to doubt that
President Arthur desires a denomination. In
the first place, he is sensitive about the man
ner in which he came into the succession; but
his principal reason lies in the fact that his
selection by the convention of 'St would be an
Endorsement of his administration, begun
under such untoward circumstances This
being the case, it is ridiculous to assume that
so clever politician as Mr.. Arthur would
give Mr. Folger the splendid presidential boom
without perfect understanding betwe them
as to who should reap the benefit two years
hence.
On the other hand, it is urged that the next
Republican nominee like his predecessors of
the past twenty years, should come from the
West. The rapid development of that section,
with its vast Republican majorities, Justify the
Western people in claiming that this honor
properly belongs to them. As yet. of course,
it is too early even to speculate, but those who
think Arthur is not laying his plans with great
sagacity, are obviously unfamiliar with the
man and his methods
GOSSIP AT THE HOTELS.
At the clubs and hotels last night the gossips
were busy discussing the name of Folger's
probable successor. There are some who be-
lieve that Assistant Secretary New will receive
the coveted honor, but the majority believe
that New York viii be 10th to allow this vast
patronage TO pass from her control.
1t is an open secret that when Mr.. New ac-
cepted his present position twelve months ago
it was with the tacit understanding that Judge
Folger would speedily retire and New be JIM
stalled in his stead. 1t was the intention then
to place Folger on the Supreme Bench. Mean
time Folger became enamored Of his new Office,
and as the President was satisfied with his ad-
ministration of the Treasury Department, he
allowed him to consult his own pleasure 1t
is very probable, however, that his principal
reason for declining seat on the bench arose
from the suggestion, made at the time, that he
be groomed for the gubernatOrial race-a belief
that is justified by the action of yesterdays
convention.
IF it be true that News acceptance Of the
assistant-secretaryship was conditional on his
elevation as Folger's successor, why, his friends
argue, shoulda years delay imperil his chances.
If he would have made good Secretary then,
why not now? He is practical business man,
at the head of large banking establishment
in indianapolis. He is not Of the same cast Of
mind as Folger is, but still it is thought he
would make good Secretary.
The name of Mr.. HillhouSe is also men
toned. Hillhouse was for some years sub
treasurer at New York. He is a good fnan-
cier.
Hon. ''Dick" Crowley, of Buffalo, is believed
TO be out Of the question.
JUDGE FOLGER's CAREER.
Judge FoIger was born in Nantucket, hIassa-
chusetts, in 1915 Although 81 years old, he
is still in the prime of life in the full posses
sion Of all his mental and PHYSICAL qualities.
lie Is regarded as Of the ablest jurists in the
country. His entrance into public life was his
election as justice of the peace at a very early
age. Since then his career has been a gradual
but steady ascent. He has served in both
branches OF the legislature, as an associate
justice OF the Court Of Appeals, and finally, in
1850 was elected chief justice of that body by
a vote Of 20 600 in eycogs &c tlo+ lo-A r IL.