The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1899-11-26

Pays the VirginIan a High Iri-
bute-Hon. b. B. Munford
and Others Talk.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25-speciaL-The
question Of where is the man 10 sue
coed Bryan in 1902" seems to have been
answered by the Richmond Times I'm its
leading editorial this morning The cam
didacy of senator John W. Daniel as sug-
sested by the Times is givtn wide pub
ucty by the press Of the country I'm this
mornings issue. The selection is regard
ed as Cd particularly happy one I'm this
city. Tie men who do not believe in
Organism think that the right man has
been found and that those who are wav-
erine in their support of the Nebraskan
will eventually realize that Daniel is the
man. The subject is being generally dis
Cusscd in Washington to-day
NOT a FANATIC.
1t is argued that the record made by
the famous Nirginian 0u que tions of ma
tional legislation while showing him to be
party man. also demonstrates that he is
not a fanatic. IL is generally regarded
that no matter what kind of a platform
Bryan is nominated on he will never re-
nounCe his views which have been so disc
astrous 20 Democracy. on the other
hand it is argued that Daniel has no pet
theories and will not advocate any meas
ure which is detrimental 10 the success of
the party.
THE STRONGEST MAN.
The Times editorial was shown 10
many prominent men to-day and they
all expressed the opinion that n Bryan is
20 DE beaten and the Democratic party
saved Daniel Is The strongest man 10 do
it an acknowledge the eloquent Nir-
einians popularity In the South and as
stated m the Times. he has the entire
confidence of the country. The Pacific
coast States are q unit against Bryanism
and as aptly stated TO your correspondent
to-day by Democrat of national reputa-
tion. with the Solid South and Pacific
coast to commence with. and the conf
denco of the North i'm Daniel. / believe
he s. the stronges. candidate OF the party
to-day
LEADER BANKHEAD FANORS HIM
ON account of the funeral of the late
Nice-Prcsident very few Of the party
leaders are in Washington tonight. Many
have also returned 10 their homes after
making arrangements for the coming ses-
sion of Congress. Representative Bank
head. Of Alabama. who is candidate for
the minority leadership Of the House,
when seen by The Times correspondent
tonight regarding the candidacy OF Sen
ator Daniel for the Presidency in 1909,
said. senator Daniel IS one of the great
est men iu the party lie deserves any
honor that could be bestowed upon him.
Iic is popular I'm AN sections of the coun-
try and would make good President
ONE OF THE ABLEST.
Representative Wheeler said: Senator
Daniel Dr. one OF the ablest men In the
Senate. lie has tho respect of his party
and The country az large. He is not only
a kfff ef b. sound
est Judgment on all questions affecting
The interests OF the country"
The popularity OF Senator Daniel is un-
questioned. and the two representatives
quoted express the general opinion that
prevails both I'm the House and Senate.
IL IS generally understood that Represen-
tative Sulzcr of New York, as the leader
OF the House Democracy Of that state
Is IN favor of nominating some one In
the place Of Bryan in 1900
THE MOVEMENT WILL GROW.
The press Of the country seems to be
almost a unit IN lis opposition to Bryan
Mr. WINS =. King. the Washington po-
litieal manager OF the Publishers Press
Association which supplies several hun
dred pasers. tonight sent out "a most
eulogistic story regarding Daniel and
predicts that the movement will grow in
magnitude which will result In the de-
feat Of Bryan. Senator Daniel will reach
washington after midnight from attend
ing the funeral services over the remains
OF the late President
Senator Martin returned 10 Virginia
this morning.
AS VIEWED HERE.
The suggestion Of Senator John w. Dan
lel rs the Presidential nominee Of the
Democratic party In 1870 struck a resDon-
sfve chord in the hearts OF RichmOns
people. That his selection for the highest
honor in the gift OF the party would give
unboundod pleasure TO Virglnans and
meet with their loyal support al the polls.
was clearly indicated I'm number Of In
terviews yesterday
Nevertheless. Il was impossible 20 Sc
cure a full and candid expression OF opn-