The times., 1899-10-01

Jamaica lie. however. dsd not 4emsia
there long. but returned TO Washington
In 1891 be was agsfBSappolnted Consul IT
kingston, Jamaica. which position he hels
at the time OF his appointment as Registe
OF Wills for the DistrSt OF Columbia
Mr.. barnard CShgrufuIatea.
Mr. Barnard was seen yesterday after
noon by reporter for The Times. but at
that time he had not received any ofhcia
notice of his appointment as the successor
10 Justice Cox. His friends were aware of
his choice, and a large number of them
had called at his Office during the day to
extend their congratulations. MIR. Barnard
received the news of his appointment and
the honor conferred upon him with modest
dignity He stated that the honor was
doubly appreciated because il was not
sought. He bore in mind, however. that
his friends had urged his appointment and
of these he spoke in the highest terms and
Joined with them in their pleasure in the
success they had attained. When asked
when he will assume the duties OF Office he
said it is his intention to qualify for the
position as soon as he is officially notifel
OF his appointment. So far as his business
in connection with the law firm OF Edv ards
& Barnard is concerned. it can be settle
easily from time TO time, and will not in
any way interfere with his duty upon the
bench.
The news of the appointments reached
the City Hall very soon after they were an
nounced. Everybody seemed delighted to
know that the honor of the justiceship had
been conferred upon Mr.. Barnard District
Attorney Henry E. Davis said: "He is tine
right man in the right place He is man
OF deep learning in the law, and is in every
way fitted to fill the position to which he
has been appointed" Speaking of General
Anderson, Mr.. Davis stated that his ac-
quaintance with him was very short, being
limited to a brief conference held yester-
day. However, he was very favorably i'm
pressed, and believed that he would dis
charge the duties of the Office with ability
and despatch and with justice TO all.
Opinions of Attorneys.
Former United States District Attorney
A. Brney said: 'sMr Barnard will make an
excellent justice, being thoroughly equipped
for the duties which will deyolye upon
him., Speaking of General Anderson. Mr..
and man of ability and well fitted for
the position.
r. Ross Perry. one of the leading attor-
neys of the local bar, speaking of the ap-
pointment of Mr.. Barnard said: 1T is an
excellent selection He is a man of excel
lent Judgment and of recognized ability.
Franklin Fl. Mackay: Mr. Barnard is
lawyer of ability and will make an excel
lent Judge"
Jesse H. Wilson: "Mr. Barnard's ap-
pointment is an excellent one. He is man
90 q ~ y,r.v i
with finely balanced judgment"
Frank d. Orme: The President has
selected one of the best lawyers and men
of the District for Associate Justice of the
District Supreme Court, vice Judge Walter
S. Cox. Job Barnard has hosts of admirers
and friends He is a modest, quiet gentle
man, strictly conscientious, honest, liberal
in his views, Industrious, and patient.
These are necessary ingredients to make
a good judge. He knows the law and has
experience and knowledge of men, 1 am
sure the bar and our people will be proud
of him. The President is to be congrat
ulated on solving the problem as TO the
successor to Judge Cox"
C. C. Glover: II have a very high re-
gard for Mr.. Barnard He is thoroughly
familiar with the law in the District, and
is in every way qualified for the position"
B. H. Warner: "Mr. Barnard is a level
headed man, upright and very popular. |
He takes broad view of the law, and will 7
be acceptable to the members of the bar /
and the public generally"
Attorney A. S. Worthington: "He is an |
excellent man, and l am very glad to learn
that he has been selected for the position" |
Commissioner Ross: Il knew Mr.. Bar
nard when | was practicing law here. AMI /
formed high opinion of him. He is emi-
nently qualified for the position, and will /
be an acquisition to the District bench"
Chief of Police Sylvester: i have |
known Mr.. Barnard for a number of years. /
and have always found him dignifed. able, /
and conscientious" /
Auditor Petty: Mr.. Barnard will make /
an able and admirable judge. No better 1
selection could have been made.
Attorney w. L. Elterich; Mr.. Barnard's /
appointment will meet with general aD-
proval."