The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1865-05-18
General Observation-Disclosures, and t..-
Funeral Ceremonies of President Lin
coin at Paducah.

From the Cairo Nears, of the Goth ult.,
we find an interesting account Of the sit
nation of affairs in the military district
over which Gen. MEREDITH has com
manded, in Peducah. Notwithstanding
the implacaple, persevering and never
firing enemies Of the General. are con-
stantly complaining of his tenderness
towards rebels" and would shout halle
lujah.' could they succeed in prostrating
him and his good name in the dust, and
covering him with infamy, it appears
that his administration meets with the
general approval of all loyal hearts, ex-
cepting the guerrillas, that have been
prowling about his bailiwick, numbering
and stealing, and their squad of sappers
and miners, who write communications
over the signature of =, and make
liberel use of the of SANDER, at a dis
lance.
Within the past three weeks, thirty
five gnerrillas have been killed in the
Paducah district, and the measures of
Gen NJ are such, that that part of Ken
lucky will soon be clear Of those rowing
bands Of outlaws.
A correspondent of the Cairo -Neacs,
thus speaks of the funeral ceremonies
had at Paducah, in memory of our la
mented President: Ed Pal.
The procession formed on Court street,
and made very imposing and interest
ing display. Headed by Gen Sol. Mere
dith and staff, mounted, with the 44th
Wisconsin on the right, followed by the
59th Illinois infantry, ID Illinois artil
lery, 9TH Tennessee cavalry and many
citizens; it was closed by the colored
population, about 1000 in number, who
brought up the rear.
Arrived at the public stand, erected at
Giyen's grounds about 3 p. IN. the cere-
monies were opened by a fervent prayer
from Rev. Mr.. Harrington delivered an
elaborate discourse, tracing the history
of the late President, and giving an ex-
ceedingly interesting sketch of his
parentage, birth, education, and pursuits
in life Judge Williams also delivered
an eloquent address, which was received
with marked attention. He possesses
many graces Of oratory, and is a fine
speaker.
Being called upon to address the as
semblage, General Meredith responded
with his usual soldierly frankness.-
When he rose all eyes were turned to
him beaming with interest and affection.
They listened to him with unqualified re-
spect, and his eloquent tribute to the
deceased President sank deep into their
hearts. 1t was plain to see that there
was that filial esteem and respect enter
tanned for him, which can only be in
spired by such amiable and patriotic
virtues as he possesses, and which have
endeared him to the people.
Col. Hicks, being called upon made
brief speech, in which he said he had
served in the Illinois Legislature with
President Lincoln, and had known him
long and well. He vouched for his
purity, patriotism, and high mental
qualifications, and closed by expressing
his willingness to forgive the rebels who
would repent their errors and forsake
their evil ways Such had been the
matured wisdom of President Lincoln,
and his policy had added to the gran
deur of the nation.
At 6 clock, the ceremonies closed.
and the procession again formed and
mached through Broadway, where it was
disbanded. and quietly retired The
places of business were closed and the
day was given to observance of that
respect to which it had been dedicated.
There was but one feeling expressed
towards Gen. Mereditii-that of family
toward its Patriarch. His simple virues.
and constant care over the interests he is
appointed to supervise, entitle him to
the universal esteem in which he is held.