Kentucky society generally received him with enthusiasm.

But there was in the State a remnant of the old Federalist party, which although not formidable in numbers, possessed weight because of the vigor and ability of its leaders.

The chief among them were Humphrey Marshall, former United States Senator, and Joseph H.
Daveiss, who was still District Attorney, not having, as yet, been turned out by Jefferson.

[Footnote: For the Kentucky episode, see Marshall and Greene.

Gayarre is the authority for what occurred in New Orleans.