The spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1840-1844, 1841-05-14

ty, to their infant settlement. j heir implements
of war were thrown aside as articles no longer use
full. A man, it is true, was occasionally seen with
rifle upon his shoulder; but no other purpose
was had in view than TO shoot deer or wild
turkey.
Abou, this time young man from the east of the
Alleghanies arrived at the Wheeling settlements.
He had performed the entire journey across the
mountains on horseback, ut an Indictment season OF
the year, and was nearly exhausted with fatigue
and exposure to the elements. lie was destined
TO Kentucky, but gladly accepted an invitation to
pass few days with Col. Zane, one of the earliest
settlers at Wheeling, to whom he bore i letter Of
introduction.
Elliot Frazier had scarcely passed day in the
hospiiable dwelling of Col Zane, before he was
seized with disease, the effects of his recent expo
sure, which confined him TO his he'd, His malady
assumed serious character dcpriylng him al times
of his reason. lie laid for many days unconscious
of his condition, and insensible 10 what was passing
around him, When at length his disease took II
favorable turn, and his mind regalned It's suspend
ed powers, he discovered that beautiful being
was lowering over his couch-tendely administer
ing TO his wants, and munesilng, by the sweet
smile that played upon her counlenance, pleas
nrab'e feeling II. Witnessing the improvement Of his
condition.
The good Samaritan who watched over the
stranger, on,h was Rose Mason, the faiTest flower
that bloon,ed on The banks of the Ohio. She WIS
the adopted daughter of Col. Zane the intimate
friend of her gallant father, who had lost his life in
desperate conflict with the Indians, during the
early stages Of the war. Rose had received her
education at one Of the best seminaries the odd
settlement afforded in those days; but she had
imbihcd no sentiment that destroyed the native
t simplicity Of her manners. She was young lady
Of fine intellect; ard her heart was filed with at
lection and gentle sympnhles, 10 the exclusion Of
every unworthy passion. Although she was deli
catpy sensible to every thing nnbecomins her sex,
she saw no inpronrietv in contributing all IN her
power towards aleva,ng the suiirrirgs Of fellow
mortal. She volunteered her services choerfny
to act the pat Of nurse 10 the patient. She felt
rational pleasure in supplying the invalid with eve
nv little comfort which his situation required. Tn
der her soothing niuisra,ion Elliott reganed his
health.
The youth now often spoke Of continuing his
Journey to Kentucky. Day after dav, however,
passed hy aud he still remained at Wheeling -
+, In sparsely populated regions strong personal at
tachmenis are quickly formed. The manly bear
ing Of Elliott had rendered him lavorite among
. all the settlers, aud they strongly urged him to
abandon lis original Intention and remain where
he WIS. To this proposition he declared he could
no, accede; but when the image of Rose Mason
presented itself before his minds eye, he was near
, " tempted to recall his words.
Since the arrival fyoung Frazier, new feeling
had found its way into Roses hrart-a feeling
which she was unable TO explain. When he spoke
, to her about his expected departure, shade OF
melancholy would oyerspread her councnancc and
| hanish completely tho bright smile that usually
dweIt upon il. There was no discrimination in the
maiden; she felt that his absence would cause her
to be unhappy. and she took no pains 10 conceal
4 the sorrow with which she contemplated The event.
Elliot said she, one day, 'you must agree to
remain with U.s. We cannot spare YOU.
i 1T viii never do exclaimed the YOUTH have
lcen iilng my time here too long already; and ~
jump aboard the first boat that passes down the
river.
4 we will all feel very unhappy when you are
= gone
- Not more so than | will, Rose replied Elliot.
. 'The hnppiest days Of my llfe,' he continued
N were those Of my recen, sickness. III were not
wicked could almost pray for another opportunity
to have you for my mns,erlng angel
. Flint 2
:, Forgive me Rose. felt deep sense of grail
. indp for your kind attentions, and know not how
/, to express it, =.
y Il am going to shor, Creek tomorrow, to visit
: friend +, said Rose, and YOU must go with me-.
, 1T j. hard 10 refuse you,' replied Elliot; but
:, NAV miss an opportunity Of descending the river II
!. go with YOU. The water is up now, and boats
n NAV be expected Tomorrow
Il will no, excuse YOU, said Rose. "A day oil
~ week is Of no consequence 10 you. You miss tho
:, first boat, Won can wait for another
a. True but
- .Iwi listen to no more objections interrupted
IL the maiden: YOU must be my companion to shor
=. creek. Tomorrow
10 And why not for life = asked Elliot
y, No reply was made TO this question. Rose ha'
At NO, anticipated such an ir,crrogatory; nor did IT.
=. full meaning, at first, fash upon her mind. Bu
~ when its true sense became apparent TO her,
thrill went to her heart, and deep blush suiusc'
her cheek For the fra, time, she now found tina
she was in love. She spoke in an altered tone
without raising her head which she had, inviting
1t, ", cast down.
d., .you will 20 with me- = she said.
,st Most surely, dear Rose replied Elliott, VIII
wa. delighted 10 find that he had not offended he
d, by the ahrup,ness Of his words. can refuse 20
Fir nothing. he added; and the boats may come an
Of 20. by fleets, for all that care
isl i will depend upon you,' said the maiden q
TO- she left him; for Roses mind was filed with sue
~, srnnne IDEAS that she was glad TO seek solitude
g Soon after the sun had risen on the fo!lown
bv day Elliott FrnZicr was benre the door busted
ad cleaning his rife. Lewis Welzel Just then NJ
Ter preached him from the direction Of the high hill
lis. rear of the fort
in Whats to be done to-day, Ellit' inquired II
ru hunter as he came up TO tho youth, and lowered
%, gun to his feet =, -.
he Il am going 10 Short creek with Miss Mason
nv said Flint shall take my gun along, and If
an can only get glance nj bucks tail, I'll bring
by home as a trophy Of my skill in rife shooting.
'iaI .Ir YOU see deer, Elt,' said the scout, aug
Of ing. you'll be sure to git the buck fever
nge Never rear!' replied the youth.
the 'Sch things always happen TO green hands, sa
~, Weizel 'bu, you'll git over the fever by-and-by
ark That rifle Of ,onrn ant exactly TO my liking,
hat continued; and here he took the richly mount
His rifle Of the Young man and deliberately examine
vas il in MI its parts. It's too light in,rely; and
on. for these silver 6xins they ain, Of amy manner
} Of USE
They will not proven, it from shooting wei
hat Tt',ntt