The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-01-03

He Is Absolutely Out of Consideration as a
Candidate for Governor-views on Politics.

He Is Absolutely Out of Consideration as a
Candidate for Governor-views on Politics.
Wabash Plain Dealer.
A representative of the Plain Dealer was &C
corded an interview with ex Governor Albert u.
Porter. In which that gentleman expressed him
self freely the political situation in Indiana
though he declared that he had taken compare
lively little interest in politics during the last
two years. In the course of conversation he re-
marked:
the preparation of my history of Indiana. and
have been confined to my residence SO closely
that am almost recluse. My work is now
practically com pieted, but do not care again to
enter the political arena l stated at the Re
publican conference in Indianapolis last week
that / would not be candidate for Governor,
and thought the declaration was broad enough
''Stiil, Governor, there seems to be some doubt
as to your position. among the Republicans of
Wabash Suppose the convention SHOULD noml-
nate you, in spite of your decarationP
1.-THE convention will never do that and. II it
did. could not break faith with my friends who
wish TO make the canvass and whom have as
sured will have a clear field"
What do you think of the outlook for the
Republicans the coming year in IndianaP
sit is somewhat early as yet to hazard an
opinion. Indiana normally is Democratic State,
but the party management has been such that
many members of the organization have refused
to go to the polls or 1ssy did, voted the
made my canvass. l could see them
coming everywhere I won't, and
was certain for some weeks previous. of Repub-
lican victory. With proper organization we can
make the same inroads upon the Democracy in
1883 What will be the leading issue of the
day? The tariff, of course. and what the South
erners are pleased to term the bloody shirt
The tariff is issue that forces itself into
prominence in every campaign. Cleveland. as
President, has given satisfaction to the Democ-
racy of the country, although he has been ex-
ecrated In many sections by his party friends.
They admire his independence, and think that
he is honest and once man is imbued with
<hA hat
honesty of purpose he is proof against
argument. There is one thing 1 know
of which the leading Democrats of
the country stand in mortal dread, and which
would utterly destroy all hope of its success, and
that is the death of Jefferson Davis. In the
event of the demise of the hoary old traitor, the
Southern Democrats could not be restrained
from the widest expression of grief. and in pay
ing tribute the memory of the unrepentant
rebel, such spirit of Indignation would be
aroused among the loyal inhabitants of the
North as to make every doubtful State Repub
lican. Besides, case of his death. 1T is quite
likely the Northern Democrats would be be-
trayed into utterances that would insure the
overwhelming defeat of the party, even though
the manifestations of affection and regard in the
South should be explained away. As to presi-
Dental candidates, should be pleased TO see
General Harrison nominated. He would
make strong canvass in Indiana. as he Is care
full, prudent and popular Mr Blaine would
make magnificent candidate, but do not be-
lieve he would be any stronger in Indiana than
he was in 1884. The boom of Mr.. Sherman has
not attained the proportions anticipated and
don't believe he has the strength now That he
had six months ago, though he is a fine man and
would run we'll.
How would it suit you to run on the presi-
Dental ticket with Blaine or any other promi-
nent Republican from the East, Governor
well. that is matter have never thought
about / assure you am not q candidate for
Office, and don't expect to receive nomination
Recurring to State politics, who do You think
will make the canvass for the Republican nomi'
| nation for Governor
Thus far VIII Cumback AMI Colonel Robert
| son are the only avowed candidates. Cumback
| is. understand. making a close canvass of the
] State. and think undoubtedly he will prove