Long, and of Capt. William Gibbs McNeill appear in the proceedings of the company as "Chiefs of Brigade," and those of Fessenden, Gwynne, and Trimble among the assistants.

When ol' Sis' Judy pray, Ha'd sinnahs trimble in dey seat

Still it was not unattractive to the dilettante, and he rode beside Trimble with profit to his knowledge of men and affairs.