Richmond Indiana palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1837-1839, 1837-08-05

well, never npind, my dear, it's all over now''
"fes, but do nind though, and it amt all over
yet. ] don't chooee to have you laughed At,
especially as it tends to make me extremely ride.
ulous.n
Duly installed in her unenviable Office, Mrs.
ElIsford used every exertion to modify and refine
the crude material upon which she had to work.
In the delectable Miss Angelina Dobbs she found
such specimen Of unregcnerate gentility, rs is
to be met with every day in what is called the
"good society," Of the city but the philosophy Of
necessity made her submissive to her lot, and she
did not murmur. She had to suffer daily with the
uncOuth manners, insults, and intrusiOns Of those
who considered themselves greatly her superior;
but she bore it all with uncomplaining gentle
ness, and though l saw her as often as l could,
yet she never limited, even remotely, that she
felt her unpleasant situation.
Miss Angelina Dobbs had often met in compa-
ny, and had found some little favor in her eyes.
occasionally called to her, but it for the
real purpose Of seeking an opportunity for word
with Mrs. Ellsford, which It was rather difficult
to get, especially as she was rarely allowed the
privilege Of the parlor, and was constantly made
to submit to the petty commands of every MEM
Der Of this graceless family. Now, she must ring
for the servant, and be sent Cor this thing, and
now for that thing; and not unfrequently would
she be desired to leave the parlor.
Nearly two years passed away, and the lovely
widow Of my late friend still buried in the
family Of Mrs. Dobbs. Miss Angelina had made
several conquests, but was not yet married oil.
The real character Of Mrs. Ellsford had become
known, and though she was thrown into obscurity
as much rs possible by the noble family in which
she resided, yet in that time she had met with
several advantageous offers Of marriage, such as
Miss Angelina would have thought among the
best these offers were always declined, but in
such way caused her TO retain the esteem and
respect Of those whose kind feelings OF tenderness
!, tc1p<,
Even the heartlcssncss Of fashion and wealth
softencd when such woman as Mrs. Eiisford be-
came known in her real character, and she was
now respected, and, in many cases, where good
sense happened to accompany elevation, greatly
esteemed, by such as visited Mrs. Dobbs. This
change in the tone Of visitors, produced cores
Ponding one in the family, ard Mrs. E. was con-
scGnently treated with more respect, and less
> rudencss. Her intelligence and true dignity
: united with winning gentleness Of manner, and
perfect freedom from any effort at effect insen
sibsy won the good will and admiration Of all; q
ii at length became n matter Of almost necessity
] that Mrs. E. should be in the parlor whenever
r company wore present, because v;sItcrs always
y asked for her, and would not be satisfied unless
I she were present. She soon drew around her an
intelligent cotrio Of both Sexes and rendered the
q drawing room Of Mrs. Dobbs quite attractive.
+ This could not be suffered to continue long, a
r Miss Angelina and her mother began to perceive
I too plainly that the daughter was thrown deeply
{ in the shade, by the governess. Her situation
was soon rendered too disagrecable for endurance
3 and she very reluctantly determined to leave
8 place where, Notwithstanding the constant shock
e her feelings received she preferred remaining, I
c again submitting to the scrutiny and coldness 9
C strangers.
h. "Caroline," said Itenderly, for she had bccom
y to me a sistcr-indeed more than sister, and
e used the name with the fondness Of confident "a
miliarity. "Carolinc, where do you intend goin
D, when you leave here, as you say you must!'
s. 81 have not yet determined said she, half d.
lie spondingly, 'where shall go-the Misses Wi
G fords are anxious that l should take charge
III them, and they are an amiable and sweet famil
ST Of children. Their mother has often limited he
n wish that I should come into her house, and ii
or little girls were, only an hour since, coaxng m
id to come and live with them. could not becon
to domesticated in pleasanter family, and sha
N probably go there
IS evil you take my advice ON the subject, Ca
m oline?''
'You have proved yourself a true friend-sut
as he said you were; cher voice slightly trer
bicd) and think may say with confidence tn
wiii.''
''Thcn don't 60 there!''
n She looked at me with momentary surprise, Al
then said, half bitterly, "woud you have me ST
Of herer'
m. "Here! no Caroline-no! not here"
to "Where then? ! know Of no other homc.''
There was something SO melancholy in her tor
that it instantly confirmed my resolution, and
said earnestly, but tenderly-
81 will give you home!"
She looked at me inquiringly, but not wit
It's out an air Of surprise, and merely said
n II do not understand you"
Simply and frankly then, l wish to give you
mt home in my own heart, and by my own heart
he Will YOU accept the offer made IN all tenderne
e. and affection?'
he Her hand was in mine, and she did not reno
on it. A tear gathered in her eye, but faint SIN
er played about her lips. For moment she rem
% ned silent, and then turning towards me sa
Of calmly and fcelingly-
rs. TO the keeping Of no one would sooner 81
Nv my happiness; if you think heart that has be
bruised and wounded like mine worth having, 1t
yours
e. Reader, am very happy man. And the on
re sorrOwfnl Caroline, now Mrs., is, think,
,c very happy woman, at least she says 50, and
ill have motive for doubling her word.-She pa
cd, rs all right minded persons can, through Fl
le- and it did not consume her--and she came from
of refined as gold, and is tried in the furnace.
did you would choose q good wife. look out for o
zen who has known lint has been subdu