New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1889-03-03

T. Gevrn OF New-Jersey me oplecs Oh '''o oo'
suftatiou wns said to ba the breaking Of the CAD
met slate 70 point at which Mr.. Clafkson coaia
ID lt in. But this was discredited by Others
about the hotel who are presumed TO know.
coNGREssMEN AND THE CABINET.
ABSORBING INTEREST AT THE CAPITOL IN THE
NAMES ON GENERAL HARRIsoss's SLATE.
The probable composition Of General Harrs-
sons Cabinet was the all-absorbing topic OF con-
versation among Republican Congressman at the
CapitoI to-day, and the list published In Inc
Tribune of this morning was accepted ana con-
sdcrcd as accurate as any that can De formed NJ
this time, The greatest force Of speculation was
spent ON the Secrctaryship OF Agriculture Some
Of Senator palmers friends expressed perfect con-
adencc in his appointment. while others Thought
that his prospects were endangered by the opposi-
ton of influential Michigan Republicans and the
efforts put forth by the friends OF Ex-Governor
Rusk. of Wisconsin. By some Michigan men 1t
was asserted with great positiveness that General
Alger. Senator Stockbridge and several OF the
Michigan Republican Representatives ana repre-
sentatives-elcct had united In protest against
the appointment Of Palmer, an assertion which
was met with equally positive denias from o'ner
Michigan men. one Of whom said:
There is nothing in the story that senator
Stockbridge is opposing Palmers appointment
Il Is true that some time ago. when 1t was aener-
ally understood that Senator Palmer had deter
mined to retire from politics. Senator stockofiuse
signed petition in favor of Governor Rusk's APP
rointment as Secretary of War As to General
Ayers attitude, am inclined to believe that the
renort of his opposition to Senator Palmer Is IN
correct"
One thing that seemed to Indicate that Senator
Stockhridee IL not Governor Mger, is opposed to
Palmer was the reticence shown by Messrs
Brewer. ODonnell and ono two other Repuo-
lican Congressman from that State. They did
not want to talk on the subject or express any
opinion respecting Palmer's prospects. II Is also
known that 30 late as Thursday con-
gressman-elect Stephenson, of Michigan, signed
q letter In behalf Of the appointment
of Governor Rusk as Secretary OF Agriculture.
Il IL understood also that Senator Sawyer, OF WIS
consin, who is q STRONG supporter of Rusk, wouid
not be inclined to favor Palmer even II Rusk were
out of the race The Wisconsin Republican Con-
gressmen were still strong in the faith that Uncle
Jere' will get there, and said that they expected
to see him snugly in the Department OF Agricuit
ure on Tuesday. e
Another possible Secretary Of Agriculture WIS
mentioned with some confidence by Nebrsskn and
Iowa men, He is Ex-Governor Furness, OF the |
former State respecting whom Congressman Dor
sey said Governor Furness is an able man. and
his appointment would meet with warm approval |
by the Republicans of Nebraska, and would be re-
rarded with special favor by the formers Hc is
n successful practical farmer, and has long been
identified ia On official capacity with the agricult
uraI interests of tho State. He was good SOL
dier and rose to the rank Of colonel in the Union
Army
The Iowa Congressman did not express conf
ience in a report which was circulated to the
effect that u.s. GARRISON of that State, was likely
to receive Cabinet appointment. On the con-
trnry, one Of them, thought to be well informed,
Eid: " Don't quote me, but Iowa viii not be
represented in the Cabinet; that much know
Among the rumors flying about was one % the
eject that General Noble was to be made Secre-
tary OF War, and another which eliminated him
from the list Of Cabinet probabilities The latter
report was secuted by General Warner and Colonel
Wade, the Republican Congressman from Missouri,
but neither of them appeared TO feel certain
whether Noble win be given the War portfolio or
that Of the Interior. Colonel Wade Rid:
IF you con describe what a Secre-
tasy Of the Interior should be abb, fearless
| and honest. man with O comprehensive grasp and
vet master Of details-yor will describe General
Noble. the next Secretary Of that Department.
The California men, who were unhappy this
morning. began to feel better toward noon. and
became almost leht-heorted when IL was whis-
| pered that the names Of both Palmer and Rusk
: had been sponced oft the slate" end that
the name Of California man might be writ
thereon for Secretary Of the new Department IL
| IL n n D.. 4Ir
cover and unite upon some eminent agriculturist
from the Golden State. for that Office. Then there
was hurrying to and fro and q gathering for
consultation, and Immediately the the faces Of
Republicans from that region were shrouded In
mystery and their tongues freighted with silence.
Among Indiana Republicans there appeared TO
be no lack OF confidence that w. II. ii. Milor
, will succeed Augustus H. Garland Some of them
went even further and said that Chairman Hus-
ton could have his choice Of three places--the
Assistant Secretaryshp OF the Treasury. the First
Assistant Postmaster-Gencralship or the place OF
United States Treasurer. and that he probably
would accept the Office first mentioned.
The Vermont men were still confident that ex-
Governor Proctor was assured, and that he would
receive the portfolio Of War. In speaking of him,
Congress Stewart said: @Governor Proctor is
IN alumnus Of Dartmouth He studied law and
was admitted to the bar. He was a good soldier.
He has had much experience in public affairs,
having served In both branchps Of the State Legs-
1ature and been presiding officer Of both, while
his administration as Governor Of the State was
ablo and popular He is man Of great capacity
for organization, and also master Of details. He
! is shrewd man, good Judge Of men, and mas
terful man. lie win not be easily deceived, nor
will he BIO the tool of any clique In the Army II
he be appointed Secretary Of War
Scnator-elect Washburn, of Minnesota, visited
che Capitol today and was cordially received in
the Senate He stated that he had just received
o telegram announcing that every member OF the
Minnesota Legislature, excepting four, heartily
fndorSd ex-senator Window for place in Har-