Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1841-10-07

nihcent; the clear and pellucid waters OF the
tairest of Scotand's lakes at its feet; the isles
with which its CLASSY bosom was studded,
looked like SO many fairy bowers; and the
magnificent range of mountains to the northward,
added to the grandeur of scene the beauty OF
which words can afford but an inadequate idea
Often, at night, by the light of the sllyery moon,
the cousins would repair to this iayorte seat,
where Roderick would speak
"Of moving accidents by flood and field
Of hair breadth Escapes the imminent deadly breach;
Ofbeing taken by the insoent foe,
And sold TO slavery y
whilst Annette listened breathcss, bnt delighted,
10 his words.
II is unnecessary to trouble our readers with all
the love passages between the love sick couple,
which, although exceedingly interesting to
the parties themselves, is anything but agreeable 10
any one else. II is sufficient to say, that Annette
Welded her heart TO her cousin, and that her uncle
Teioiced at the surrender. change for the better
was eviden. in Roderick. He was no longer the
gloomy repulsive individual that he once was, His
manners gradually softened: and even the GOODNESS
with which he originally repealed his fathers kind
ness, began TO disappear. He had been barely a
fortnight in the tower when he expressed urgent
desire to be allowed to leave it for short time
Old Campbell was not a little surprised at this, and
represented the great risk he ran in leaving place
of security, and exposing himself 10 the chance OF
apprehension; he also expressed curiosity TO
know what engagement could lure him from his
father's house at such time. Roderlck replied,
that were the business his own he would not have
scrupled have explained every thing to his father;
but, as any disclosure would compromise other per-
sons, he could not as man of honor, betray trust
that had been confded in him. The laird, whose
notions Of honor some hat lax, was not alto
geheT convinced by his reasoning; but he did not
press his opposition farther; and Roderick was al
lowed to depart.
After the absence ola week, Roderick returned,
and was welcomed in the most affectlonate manner
by his father and cousin. Some time afterwards,
he again left the town for few days. but these alb
sences became less and less as his love prospeted.
One day his father who had been from home for
some time, returned, and. calling his and niece
TO his presence, said
any dear Roderick, you are now a free mani
hold here free pardon for all offences. The inter-
est of our chief with government has effected this
The Duke of Argyle is ready TO assist his
clansmen: and the faults and Of the sou have
been overlooked in the services of the father. No
obstacle longer emains 10 your nnplials with my
beloved niece: take her from my hand as the great
ost treasure | can give you.''
Rodericks passion was equal 10 her rapture
Here was every obstacle removed. He could sgain
appear in the world free agent, and the husband
of one whose beauty was her least recommends
ton
"Falher, he exclaimed, 81 know not how to ex-
press nv gratitude for these fayors. llenceforth
you shall''--- And here he paused-a blush came
his naughty features, and the sentence was left
unfinished.
A week before the nuptials, the old man took his
son aside:
Frederick. have something for your private
.ear''
81 attend"
alt IS painful for father to declare his un-
worthiness 10 his own offspring but ii must be. 4
bitter remorse has, for many years, soured my exis-
tence. My wealth is considerable; but it is bur-
.den,o me, because originated -iu-blood -
Roderick answered not.
"You must have heard that this tower once be-
longed TO another?'
The son started.
~ have
81 betrayed my friend He pershed not by my
hands, but bv my fault; and from that moment,d deep
remorse has filled my bosom; but of that more.
A sense Of justice induces me TO act decisiyey y
Reginald Grahame had a soR.''
Roderick rose from his seat, but made no reply,
at is of him | would speak Circumstances
have induced me TO believe that the leader of the
caterans who pursued me so long who haI raised my
lands. and INJURED my crops that son. His
feelings towards me must be deadly; but | forgive
him. 1t is but natural that he should hate the de-
stroyer Of his father. Would that he knew the
pangs have suffered-the anguish have felt"
"And is tbs true' Was your remorse
great Have you repened of this cruel act -
"Deeply-deepy, my son; but what avails it 20
"Much; for contrition' And he paused.
"Proceed.''
vi mean to say that contrite heart is acceptable
10 Heaven
81 hope it isl believe i, is But to proceed
have enough TO make Won and Annette comiorta-
ble and it is nv wish to return to my estate,
now redeemed from the burdens which once pressed
heavily upon it. If young Grahame lives, as sus
pect he does, will surrender his fathers lands. !
ask not his forgiveness-lhat | expect not-but |
request him 10 take back his own. Have | your
'consenti'
"Most cordially"
"Then all is right. must the gypsy chief.
i will place myself in his hands,
"Nay, nay, think not of that. | will myself see
him.
'No, no fhe Stays me, he but eznguishes
light that soon mus, be quenched but if he murder
you, am left desolate, and Annette miserable
"Feel ne alarm he knows me not As stran-
ger, will seek him; and be assured no harm will
befaIl me.''
After much resistance, the old man yielded I; and
Roderick left the tower that night. The only com
panion that accompanied The messenger Of peace
was the dog, who had so strangely rescued Roder
ick from the maniacal attempt of the Old nurse
This escort was accidental and not discovered
until the traveller had crossed the lake in the boat
which his own hand rowed; when, TO his great sur
prise as he jumped ashore, the animal, who had
quietly slipped aboard, made his appearance,
"Poor fellow said Roderick, pattiLg him on the
head; "what has brought you here; your old limbs
are fitted for the Preside, than for the devious
path must tread, | fear me YOU will regret ex-