The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1839-11-06

on which to convey him, flor loss Of blood
had rendered him unable 10 walk they all
returned to the camp. Loud were the shouts
Of Joy, that burst forth from the army, when
they found our brave young hero still in the
land of the living
After burying the dead, arranging every
thing in order, they once more returned to the
Fort.
Mr.. McCrea arrived a few hours afterwards
in a state Of mind approaching almost TO in
sanity, for the supposed loss Of his beloved
daughter. Imagine then his surprise and Joy,
when he found her alive and unframed at the
fort. He fell upon his knees, and with eyes
streaming with tears Of joy, and heart over
flowing with gratitude, thanked the all-wise
dispenser Of every good and precious gift, for
once more preserving the life Of his dear and
only child. Then taking the hand OF Jsnetta
and placing il in that Of Montraville's-take
her, most noble youth, he exclaimed-twice
hast thou preserved her, and thou alone art
worthy to protect her,"
Montrayiile was presented with an elegant
sword, by the commander in-chief, and pro-
NOTED to the rank Of Lieutenant Colonel for
his gallant behavior.
In few days, deputation from two ofthe
principal Indian tribes, came TO sue for peace.
They said that the foolish young men had
begun the war, they were willing to bury the
tomahawk, smoke the big pipe, and retire
from the hunting grounds OF the pale faces.
Matters being arranged to the satisfaction
Of both parties, the volunteer troops were
shortly after dlsbanded, and all returned home.
MIR. McCrea with Janetta and Montrayille,
(whom we shall part no more,) arrived after
twelve days hard travelling, at the village in
which resided Montravle's father. 1t would
be an unnecessary recapituation to relate ver-
batum, what passed between Montrayille and
his parents, and his safe arrival. Suffice It
to say, he introduced Mr.. McCrea and his
daughter, and of course went into the particu-
lars Of his history, so far at least, as he was
concerned. The old gentleman was in &C.
stacies, when Montrave told him that ia
Meta was already his afiianced bride.
After resting few days and arranging
some little family affairs, il was agreed by all
parties that they should proceed Immediately
to the city, and have the rites Of marriage So
lemnlzed between our young couple, the sue
ceeding Thursday.
Mon'rave's parents and sister, (Malinda,)
accompanied them, and in few days. easy
travel, they all arrived safely at the city. 1t
required but little time, for Mr. McCrea, TO
explain matters to his lady, and she, far from
being ungenerous, cheeriully acquiesced in
The plan agreed upon.
Time flew fast. The morning Of Thurs
day at length arrived; and Mr.. McCrea, call
ing Janetta and Montraville in his presence,
thus addressed the former
Montraville," observed he, "my daugh-
ter esteem more highly than all the gold of
Ophr; she alone, would be sufficient re-
ward for any earthly service but that yours
and her happiness may be complete, here is
that, which, with economy, will enable you TO
pass through life, without knowing what il is
to want" at the same time presenting him
with check on his banker, for one hundred
thousand dollars. Your parents and sister
are provided for; | have several mansions in
the city, they shall have one Of The best, and
shall never want for any thing look back to
the history of your life, and you will therein
find striking proof, that no good action will
go unrewarded." The old gentleman here
ceased, and left the young couple together,
happy in each Others society, but happier in
anticipation of the joys before them.
The guests at length assembled, the parson
came,--and before the nuptials were solemn
lied, brides cake Of ample dimensions, with
bottle of poetic wine, were sent to cada-
verous, hungry and rcry dry editor, who made
grateful Acknowledgements, in his daily Pam
pyre. JUAN.
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