The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-28

sioner Mr. Ross stated that the President
had sent for him and had formally ten
dered him the nomination for reappoint-
ment. ASKING if such action would be agree
able to him. Mr.. Ross replied to the Presi-
dent that he was highly appreciative of the
confidence reposed in him by the tender OF
the appointment and that he would accept
the Office.
MIR. Ross stated, also that ne had found
the duties of the Office Of Commissioner ex-
acting. laborious. and at intervals unpleas-
ant. But he said that the support Of the
people of the District. irrespective of party,
had been so generous and cordial that he
had really no alternative but to remain IN
office. II deeply appreciate the loyalty OF
the people of the District in giving sup
port TO me in the matter" he said, and
the satisfaction of knowing that my efforts
have won the approval of the residents,
property holders, and taxpayers of Wash
ington is an honor indeed"
OF Mr. Macfarland Mr.. Ross said that
he had known him for several years and
was satisfied that he would make good
Commissioner He expressed the opinion
that Mr.. Macfarland had been trained in
the best of schools, that of the press, and
that his habits of investigation and. better
still. his intimate acquaintance with the
press of the country. would be OF great
advantage to the Board OF Commissioners.
Organization in the New Board.
The new Board of Commissioners will be
organized early in May. The terms of Mr.
Ross and Mr.. Wight will expire on May
s. II is believed that the nominations OF
the President will be confirmed by the
Senate without delay. There is much in
terest at the District Building concerning
the complexion of the new Board and the
duties that will be assumed by the two
civil Commissioners. 1t is thought pos
sible that Commissioner Ross will be made
President of the Board for time. as he
was when Mr.. Wight WAS appointed. 1t
is also supposed that Mr.. Ross will con-
tinue in charge of the school system and
the other departments over which he has
exercised immediate supervision hereto
fore and that Mr.. Macfarland VIII as
sumo control of the Police and Fire De-
partments and the others that have been
under Mr.. Wight.
Among the people who expressed COM
plimentary opinions regarding Mr.. Mac
farland and Mr. Ross and their appoint
ment as Commissioners, yesterday, were
the following:
John Joy Edison. President of the Wash
ington Loan and Trust Company: "Tbe
reappointment of Commissioner Ross and
the nomination of II. B. +. Macfarland
for Commissioner must meet, | believe,
with general, sincere approval. Mr. Mac
farland is one of our best and most useful
citizens, and stands high in his profession
as a journalist. l have the pleasure OF
knowing him we'll. and have often asso-
ciated with him in different public organi-
zations charitable and sociological. He IS
a man of such excellent judgment and
sterling integrity that he will render, l
am sure. the highest character of public
service as a Commissioner. Mr.. Ross we
all know we'll. His long and faithful ser
vice and experience as Commissioner Will
be a great advantage to the District. l
have the very highest regard for him.
personally and officially, and | am conf
dent that he enjoys the same regard from
the citizens generally
S W Woodward. business man: 81 have
been a friend of Mr.. Ross for long time,
and have advocated his reappointment
always ! believe that it is for the best
interests of the District. And also | have
the highest opinion of Mr.. Mcfarland,
from a very pleasant personal acquaint-
ance. / believe that his training and ex-
perience will prove peculiarly valuable TO
him in his new work and to the District.
He is acquainted with legislative methods
and with the legislators, and will be able
10 represent li4t CITY bttplt NEi' tOAiil1hN-
tees successfully. In addition to that, he
is the personal selection of the President,
and viii be very close-tO him. -
David :. Barry. CORE :pondeut New York
Sun" Il have very high opinion of Mr..
Macfarland. lie is a man of ability: he
is thoroughly honest ard ne is free from
business entangIements Of any kind Sat
might njUre mis- efficiency or bias his judG
ment."
VIII Give General satisfaction.
Judge Jere ]. Wilson: I'VE all know Mr..
Ross. ard l believe are all satisfied with
his appointment. / have known Mr.. Mac
farland a good many years and | consider
his selection an excellent one
f. II. Smith. real estate: Il lave kroSn
MIR. Ross since he has been in ofiiae. Re
is especially well liked everywhere. do act
know Mr.. Macfarland so we'll, but from all
know l believe the President could rot
have made a better selection His pei
sona1 and intimate acquaintance with
Congressman will be valuable TO the Dis
trict'
John B. Larner. attorney: II don't know
OF anything in public affairs that las Civ
en- me more satisfaction than the appoint
ment CT Mr.. MacfaGland. He is a man OF
sterling character and high moral prin-
ciples. / believe he will make a thorough
success Of his work. l have known him
all his life. | am also very much plea5cd
with me reappointment OF Mr.. Ross and
believe that il will meet with general
favor. Together they will make hre
team
Raymond Patterson. of the Chicago Trib-
une:" Mr.. Macfarland is not only a good
newspaper correspondent, but a good man
as well. lie is affiliated with no cCrpO.-
aticns or cliques. has lived in the District
all his life. and is admirably fitted by
training and association to be a proper
representative OF the people Of the Dis
trict. AS taxpayer here. ! welcome Mr.
Macfarlard's appointment as an assurance
that the interests OF the people viii be IN
good hands"
Edward J. S,ellwagen. business man:
They are both good men. Mr. Ross has
shown his ability and his aifability in
three terms. Mr.. Macfarland Will show it
in his new position as he has in all Of his
work heretofore"
William b. Gurley. broker: The ap-
pointments Will meet with general favor.
Both are excellent men
John B. Sleman. Secretary Young Mems
Christian Association. Il consider the ap-
polntment OF Mr.. Macfarland an excellent
one"
Knows How TO BE n Public Man.
John S. Shriyer. correspondent OF the
New York Mail and Express" Mr.. Mac
farlaud will be 4 strong Commissioner. He
has been interested in the affairs of the
city always. and is familiar with the work
he VIII take UP. ie has known and been
intimate with public men all his life. and
viii know how 10 be 4 public man sue
cessfuliy-"
n. &. Seckendorff. correspondent New
York Tribune" Il have known Mr. Mac
farlard for long time personally. and