Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1843-05-12

force us from the lovely localities, which
hang their beautiful drapery over the ma
chlnery of our existence. Leila had one
serious source ofanxety in the midst of her
new ielicity-her Uncles coat she could
not bear to see his digni6ed figure clothed
by such rusty garment. She was at first
troubled that Charles should be so much
better dressed than his father fearing that
tinge of seiishness furnished the lustre of
his virtues; but her Uncle had removed this
fear, by accidentally mentioning that the
wardrobe Of Charles was replenished by a
friend, TO whom he was willing to be under
obligations, trusting that he would he able
TO repay them, by the exercise Of his own
talents, when he was once established in the
world. Her Aunt Pbillis was in high
state Appropriation for large entertainment
in honor Of Mr.. Banks and his son. Leila
was distressed at the thought of her Uncle
Clements appearing at i, in his shabby suit.
She would have beggeH her father TO pre-
sent him new one, but remembering the
scene about the bcd-chamber, she dreaded
a similar refusal.
What shame ! thought she, that Uncle
Banks should be revelling in aiIluence, and
suffer his brother to wear such poor appar-
el | should think pride, if no better feel
ing, would incite him to more and gene
rous conduct
An unexpected circumstance favored her
secret wishes Her father had promised
Elmra and herself a sett of jewels, when
they first appeared in the raiments of wo-
manhood. The fulfiment of this promise
had been deferred from time to time, though
Elmira often reminded him of it. Leila, in
the comparative seclusion of her life, sighed
for no such decorations, and now her mourn
ing dress precluded them. Mr.. Manners,
finding himself in muni6cent vein, in con-
sequence of the brilliant prospects opening
through his rich brother-in-law, gave them
each the money requisite for the purchase,
and telling them to make their own selection
left them, that they might consult their Aunt
upon the occasion.
Leila followed him with blushing earnest
ness. Dear father said she, i thank You
more than can express Cor your kindness.
Yet dare ask for an additional proof of
your goodness Would you be displeased if
| appropriated this money to another pur-
pose than the Jewels. | am in mourning
now, and would rather not wear them Yet
if it is gift to me, and | am permitted TO
use it as | would wish, you will make me
very happy
Who ever heard of young girl that did
not want Jewels before 2 exclaimed MIR. Man
ners, half incredulous of the correctness of
his hearing.
What other purchase do You wish to
make! | thought your wardrobe was well
supplied
And so it is, replied Leila, twisting her
fathers euard-chain round her trembling fin
gers, for she feared he would question her
too closely buff you will allow me to
employ the money in the way like best, |
will make no unworthy use of it.. will do
nothing which your own heart will not APP
prove Say yes, dear father, and do not ask
me to tell you any thing more
Leila had such beseechng way with
her it was impossible for any one but Aunt
Phillis to resist her Mr.. Manners was
touched by her disinterestedness. Perhaps
his mind caught glimpse of her purpose
and being ashamed that he had not antlcl-
pated her, he lorebore to ask her further
questions.
You are a strange child, said he smiling
but believe must trust you this time
Do what you like with it, II is your own.
Leila threw her arms round his neck, and
gave him at least half dozen kisses then
running to her Uncle's room where he usu-
ally sat reading at this hour, she knocked
for admttance. She did not realize the
delicacy of her office ill she stood before
him, with hue, deep as that OF convicted
guilt, dyeing her cheeks.
What petition or confession, do those
bushes herald 2 said he, laying down his
book as she entered
1T is, indeed petition, Uncle, but know
not how TO word it | fear you will be Of
Tended, and | could not brook your displeas-
ure,
Il do not think it possible for you to do any
thing to offend me, taking her hand in both
his-'nor do think | could refuse any pc
tition you might offer, even were it half of
my kingdom
'"Then take this trihe,' said she, putting
the paper which contained the money in his
hand and clasping his fingers tightly around
! it, 'and let me see my dear Uncle at Aunt
Phillis' grand iete, as she calls it, in new
suit which he must wear in honor Of his,
perhaps too presumptuous nclce.
She dared not look in his face, and as he
did not speak Immediately, she feared he
was offended and that the pride of poverty
rebeled against the offering, but tear,
which fell upon the hand which clasped his,
convinced her that his silence was not that
of naughty resentment.
Il can say with your favorite Miranda that
Pm fool to weep at what Pm glad, of
cried he at length, for do prize your gift,
my Leila beyond all words. Not that
attach much value to new coat after all,
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