Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1885-12-03
THE NEW DISTRICT MARSHAL.
Mr.. Albert A. Wilson Appointed To Sue.
eeed Marshal McNichael.

CeGO M0fS0SI MCM1Cn8eI.
THE APPOINTMENT RECEIVED WITH CoMMEN-
DATIoN@A SKETCH OF THE NEW APPoINrEE-
THE PRESIDENTS LETTER TO THE RETIRING
MARSHAL.
The President yesterday appointed Mr. A. A.
Wilson to be United States marshal for the Dis
trict Of Columbia, succeeding COL Clayton Nc.
Michael. Mr.. Wilson was not an applicant for
the position, but was summoned to the White
House yesterday by the President to confer
about the matter. The new marshal will not
| be- called upon to perform the unofficial and
social duties which have been considered as
pertaining to the office, as the President is con-
WINGED that the people of the District of Column
bia are entitled to the entire time and attention
of this officer in the performance of the legiti.
mate duties pertaining to the .marshalship.
THE PRESIDENTS LETTER To MARSHAL MINI.
CHAEL.
The President, in relieving Col. McNlichael,
addressed him a letter yesterday, in which he
said: II have this day determined to appoint
as your successor in the office of marshal of the
District OF Columbia Mr.. Albert A. Wilson, of
this city. have every assurance that he will
continue in the legitimate and official functions
OF the Office the same clean methods and admit
rable system which you have maintained.
bespeak for him the consideration and kind
ness which you have expressed yourself as will
ing and anxious to extend to your successor. 1t
charge of official duty has been all that could
be desired, and that your thoughtfulness in
suggesting and ability in executing measures
Tor my personal comforts and pleasure are fully
bered.
thank you, too. for your willingness to con.
tinue In the discharge OF your duties beyond
the time when you desired to retire, at my So
licitation and for my ease and convenience.
to be relieved Of the duties of your official place
l desire to express the hope that success and
prosperity may attend all your undertakings,
ana that comfort may wait upon all your future
Col. McMichael rendered his resignation on
the 3th OF last March, but remained in office at
the request of the President.
THE NEW MARSHAL.
The news of the appointment of Mr. Wilson
as marshal was quickly carried about the city
last evening, and was received with commend
alton everywhere, and especially from the
members OF the District democracy to whom
the appointment is most agreeable, both per-
sonaliy and politically. Many of Mr.. Wilson $
friends called ut his home, corner of Doth and
q streets. last evening, and congratulated him.
OF or Was sGm: Who Is 10 years is native
with the city. He is president of the Fire
mems Insurance company, vice president of
director of the National bank of the
Republic, trustee Of the Real Estate Title
insurance company, and Interested in various
concerns representing Washington capital and
washington enterprise. His iafncr. who died
lew Years ago. Was a promiIet lumber mer-
cihnt, a member of the city council, and iden-
tilted thoroughly, as his son is, with the city's
Interest. Mr.. Albert y. Wilson married a
daughter oil Mr.. Thomas b. Entwsle, tie build
ing inspector.
MR. WILSON'S POLITICAL SERVICE
Mr.. Wilson has been for many years identi.
fled with the District democracy As the rep
rescntative of the District Oh the democratic
Congressional committee, he has been regarded
10 some extent as the spokesman OF his party
in the District. The confidence which his fell
low-democrats repose in him has been mani
fest by his having been chosen for several wears
To preside over the Columbia democratic club
During the last presidential campaign Mr.
wilson was very energetic, giving his time and
money TO aid the democratic cause While not a
andidate himself for office he has always been
earnest In advocating the fairness and prol ri
ETY. of appointing District linen Tor Distaict
offices.
CoNGRATULATIoNS-wHA THE NEW MARSHAL.
SAYS
The congratulations which were poured upon
MIR. Wilson last evening were continued this
morning, VIXEN Mr. Wilson was obliged to hold
Il reception in his office in the Firemen'S Insu-
rance building: To "A STAR reporter he said that
he had been taken somewhat by surprise by the
appointment. He had not yet considered any
Office. II desire first he said. Ito acauaint
myself thoroughly with the duties OF the Office.
The President, as understand, desires that the
marshal SHALL devote his attention entirely to
the duties of that Office and it is rny intention
to carry out his wishes IN that respect. hope
that may give as great satisfaction in the dis
Charge OF my duties us my predecessor has
DONE
a TALK WITH THE RETIRING MARSHAL.
Marshal McMichael was found by STAR re-
porter on duty at his office at the City Hall at
noon to-day. He had not then met his sue
cessor. 81 think the President has made an ex-
cellent appointment" he said to the reporter
II have never known Mr.. Wilson personally,
but the duties of my Office have required me 10
LOAF 6tani nh flc cit r,,sN
ingtOn, and have known OF Mr.Wilson in that
way as solid, conscientious, able, business
man."
II was delighted with the Presidents letter to
me- continued Col. McMichael. at was UNI
expected and more than meritcd, know. but
will preserve it and prize it very highly. Com
ing as ii did from President whose natural
prejudices, one would suppose, would have led
him to severely criticise an official who held
Office under the circumstances did, it has a
double value to me-.
Mr.. McAiichaei stated that he was ready to
turn over his office at any time An inventory of
public property would have to be made before
the transfer could be made and the current ac-
counts settled THE transfer will doubtless
Saturday. The present term of court closes
Saturday, and it might be embarrassing TO the
new marshal to formally enter on his duties be-
Marshal McMichael last week urged the
President to appoint his successor before the
that sSt attand sbe cou,raton ts aeaay
marshal. Col. McAIichael intends, soon as he
quits office, to return to Philadelphia and take
an active part in the editorial management of
his paper, the North american.
THE PATRONAGE OF THE OFFICE
The office of the marshal is regarded as one Of
the most valuable, and in point of official
dignity one of the most important in the
District. The compensation is restricted by a
recent act of Congress to $4,000 q year, all fees
in excess of that sum being turned into the
Treasury. The marshal appoints deputy at a
salary Of So 900 year.. This Office is now filled
by Mr.. G. w. Phillips He appoints also a chief
bailiff at salary OF 81, 400; q bailifi who acts
clerk at salary of 81 800; three civil baiiffs
who receive $3.50 day all the year around
and five criminal bailiffs, who receive SD. so n
day during the sessions of the Criminal Court.
The marshal also appoints guard and driver
for the jail van, at salaries respectively OF S75
and $50 a month. The engineer, the force of
watchmen and the labOrers at the City Hall are
practically appointed by the marshal. though
they are borne on the rolls OF the Attorney
Generals office.
THE CHANGE WILL PROBABLY BE MADE SAT.
This afternoon Mr.. Wilson called at Marshal
McMichaers office and had long interview
The change in the Office will probably be made
Saturday.
WHAT Is SAID ABOUT THE APPOINTMENT.
Mr.. B. II. Warner said to q STAR reporter: 81
regard the appointment as an excellent one
Mr.. Wilson is a good business man, and the
President has made very good selection"
Mr. u 60