Sheridan and O'Reilly.

The friendship which existed between the general and the doctor.

Washington, Aug 9- In speaking of the unremitting devotion of Dr. O’Reilly to his distinguished patient and intimate friend of the Sheridan family said to a World correspondent to-day:

“It is not generally known that before the General’s death he called the Dr. O’Reilly to his bedside in a few words, in which he feelingly expressed his appreciation of his devoted attention, offered him an appointment on his personal staff, with the rank of Colonel. Dr. O’Reilly was much moved, but as soon as he could find the words to express himself, told the General that it would be impossible to accept the appointment. He felt that if he should accept he would render himself to severe liable criticism. It would, said he, be insisted that he had used his influence in confidential relations as physician of the patient to secure the honor.

“Gen. Sheridan replied that whatever criticism might be passed upon the appointment would reflect soley upon himself, and that, as he expressed it, his shoulders were broad enough to stand on. Dr. O’Reilly expressed himself as deeply gratified and gently but firmly insisted that the General should not allude to the matter again. Gen. Sheridan was at first much disappointed, but afterward remarked: “O’Reilly may be right, He’s an almighty good fellow, any way.”

source: Davenport Morning Tribune