Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1841-03-09

while our neighbofs are 10 appeatance-"eaNhN.
: do not forget our povcuy dear brother, bu, we
were taught To- respect those wac worthy OF our
esteem, even # they eers poor-why then shall ~e be
despscd
Because .aid Isiiore all parents are not like ours
Il SO, nigh, perhaps find friends in this llulo vii
lape.'
You will find friends my dear children continued
Col lIarsun, If you will always conduct yourselves
with propriey, and never try to assume character
YOU do not possess Let nodesiy and rrriue be your
ruling principles; and believe me, you may perhaps
find lends, and even associates among your wealthy
neighbours.
Here the conversation ended and Col.' lIarson
IN pursuit of employment. lie returned with cheer
FOL coun,cnancc, which glowed with animation as he
informed his family OF his merchant in
the village wished to employ him, and would give him
great wages for his services. lsidore and Elvlra
could have the privilege of drawing, painting, and do
ing nice needle work for his family and shop, for which
they should receive liberal reward.
Edwin had long expressed desire to follow the
seas thinking he should prefer that 10 any other en-
ploymen which induced bis parents TO give their con
sent.
Coun, dc Tyihington's castle situated short
distance from the cottage as we observed before and
II will he necessary in this place TO Introduce his faml
ly readers 1t consisted of himself, his wife,
| and a lovely daughter
Lady Angela possessed thousand personal at,rac-
tons besides a superior mind, which education had
been the means Of enrching and expanding At this
time Prince Levcre who cousin TO Lady Angela
was visiting at the castle who after walking even
ing alone, returned, apparently with his spirits much
pressed. Lady Angela entered the parlor where her
cousin sat- deeply absorbed in thought, tina, she did
not perceive him until she seated beside him the
sofa.
Why melancholy tonight, cousin said Lady An
gea, surely something sad must have taken place, to
alter your countenance, for never cloud upon
your brow before
The Prince smiled he took the hand Of his lovely
cousin which she had unconsciously extended towards
him, and replied | wish, my dear Angela, you could
have walked with me this evening, you would then
have guessed the cause of my detection
Explain yourself, cousin continued Lady Angela,
! Il do not comprehend your meaning
While walking this evening upon tho sea shore
contemplating the beauties of creation, the sound OF
heavenly music caught my ! stopped and listen
ed with GREATNESS attention ! feared to move lest |
should interrupt the sweet songsiress The chorus
fell in strains deep and solemn my ear fancied
myself enjoying a little heaven below The music
! ceased, and almost concluded it visionary, for
] saw no one-al nature seemed 10 seek repose.
venured 10 walk towards the place from whence the
sound proceeded but began to fear my search would
be irultless, when passed by small white cottage
situated in yon green lane. heard once those
| sounds which cnraptnred my soul, and brought new
feelings to my heart ! looked around 10 catch a
glimpse OF being whom fancy whispered was celes
al, and behed, seated one Of its little windows,
female of exquisite beauty, turning the leaves
Of an old music book My eyes rivited upon
this fair young being, when she withdrew from III,
darkness.
While walking home have endeavored to forge,
that melodous voice, that charming counenance; but
1t still sounds in my ears, and | really wish to know
who that beautiful creature can be-
do not know dear cousin, but very little about
them--the family strangers in the place. | have
indeed seen gentleman and two ladies' pass, whom
| observed were exceedingly beautiful. Bot do not
give away your heart yet, cousin Henry; wait till
learn something more of them
Thus saying Lady Angela wished her cousin good
nigh, and left the plrlor.
The following morning found Lady Angela ncer-
ing al her fathers side who amusing himself in
the library. The Count instantly perceived something
preyng upon her mind, which she evidently wish
c ! - communicate to HIM.
/ My daughter, said he endery, may know what
dlsurbs thy peaceful mind, this morning .
have come, dear father, TO solicit favor; and il
you do not object 10 what propose shall feel
grateful 10 you, sir, for granting my request ! have
long had the promise Of splendid ball, when should
arrive at the age of eighteen, which is mex, week, as
you well aware
'Ceuaiuly, my dHughier, I am ready 10 perform nv
promise, and have already given gu, several cards -
bat what is the secret that you wish 10 reveal why
afraid 10 consult your father about any thing which is
consistent, I
! But apprehend you will think me very ineonssi.
eHi, but you will certainly overlook my weakness #
you do, therefore will tell you wish you sir, to
permit me to invite young Mr. IIarson with his two
sisters who have recently reside in the white
cottage, situated in green lane. They ceftainv have
an interesting appearance their dgnlfed yet graceful
mien commands respect, as well esteem ! have
seen them ~ the chapel several times, and their er-
treme Ovellness has given 10 The wish If
becoming acquainted with thom-lor YOU taught me
never to despise eIee!s"ee # Porerfy her compan-
iDn'
i shall not refuse yon dear Angela, providing
your mrlher gives her APPRECIATION
She has already dear sir, unless YOU refused 10
grant my request and We, | have another 10 make.
which IS that cousin Leyere be not informed Of my
Intentions
An shall be as YOU wish replied the Count and
Lady Angela lcft The library, with grateful hear,
and smiling cOun,enance, 10 give orders concerning
her approaching festival At length Tie day arrived.
a numerous company had assembled when our Gotta
ger, entered the spacious hall Among the rest WIN
present L1fd Wentworth and his sister, Ia
dy lsrhcli1. Lord Wentworth had long sought the
hand of Lady Angela and Lady Isabella had long
been see ted ly Prince Leyere's aihe Tor his future
buIe. Never did Eiain and his far sisters appear 10
better advantage than on that memorable evening
Never did krira look more beautiful, psn when Lady
Angela presented her u Prince Leyefe, who solicited
her hand 20 tic first dance. Eiyira bluxhing hike a
fu blown rose took the hand whioh he sxlaoded and