Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1843-12-22
VOL. 80, NO. 16.-WHOLE NO. 1910.

She had objections ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS they |
dwindle down 10 one or two, and these are as |
weak and as easily overcome womon's melting |
heart ITSELF They meet to argue and he stays to
WOO. They handy words aud arguments for
hours together, but all their logic fails in proof;
while one long, passionate, parting kiss, does more
by way OF demonstration than the art and science
ever yet effected.
| Abraham Alcraft, who had been busily engag-
ed behind the scenes pulling the wires and exhib-
ting the puppets, appeared upon the stage as soon
as the first act OF The performance was at an end
His son had said nothing to him, but Abraham had
many eyes and ears, and saw enough to make him
mad with villanous delight The second year of
wdowhood had commenced. Margaret had doff-
ed her weeds. She openly received the man on
whom she had bestowed her heart. They were
beirohed. The public voice proclaimed young
Ailcraft the luckest OF men the public soul en-
We'd and hated him for his good fortune. Abra-
ham could never leave the presence of his future
daughter and in her presence could never cease
to Halter her, and 10 grow disgusting in his lavish
praises Of his son.
"When | first saw you, my dear lady," said
the greedy banker, ~ had but one thought on
my mind that live long day. 'What would |
give said /, for such daughter? what would
| give IT for my noble son could secure so sweet
a wife?' never met his equal-I say it, madam
l-who being his father, should, perhaps, not say
il; but a stranger can admire his lusty form and
figure, and his mind is just as vigorous and
sprightly. A rare YOUTH madam, assure you
too dlsnteresled, perhaps-too geneIous-too con-
tding-too regardless OF the value OF TINT necessa-
ry evil, money; but as he gets older he will be
wiser. do believe he would rather have died,
though he loved you so mucb-t than asked you
for your hand, if he had not been thoroughly in
dependent without it,"
81 can believe it, sir" sighed Margaret.
| 81 know you can, bless You you were born
for one another. You are sweet pair. know
not which is prettiest-whch love the best. |
love you both better than anything in the world
that is, at present. for, by and by, you know, l
may love something quite as we'll. Grandiaihers
are fond and foolish creatures. But, as was say.
ing, his independence is SO hne--sO like himself.
Every thing have will be his. He is my partner
now.-The bank will be his own at my death,
madam. A prosperous concern. Many of our
ncigbbors would like TO have finger in the pie !;
but Abraham Acraft knows what lie is about.
III not burden him with partners. lie shall have
1t al-everytbng-he is worthy of il, it were
ten times as much. He can do as he likes when
am cold Wondering in the grave; but he must
not owe anything 10 the lady of his heart, but his
attention, hls kindness, and his dear love- know
my spirited and high minded boy"
Yes, and he knew human nature generally
knew its weaknesses and faults, and lived upon
them. His words require but little explanation.
The wedding dayhad not been fixed. The cere.
mony once over, and his mind would be at rest
1t was consummaon devonty to be wished"
Why! lie knew well enough. Michael had
proposed day, but she asked for time, and he
reirained from further importantly. Ills love and
delicacy forbade him giving her moments pain.
Abraham was less squeamish. His long expert
ence told him lhat some good reason must exist
for such a wish to dwell in The bosom OF the
blooming young widow. Ii was unnatural aud
ioraign to young blood !. could be nothing else
than the fear OF parting with her s,ealtii-of plac-
ing all at the command Of one, whom, though she
loved, she did not know that she might trust Sat
lsfied OF this, he resolved Immediately TO calm her
approximations, and to her that not one far
thing OF her fortune should pass from her CONTROL
He spoke Of his con as already a man of wealth.
TOO proud to accept nnothers wealth, even il he
were poor. Perhaps he was. Margaret at least
believed so. Abraham did not quit her Iill the
marriage day was settled.
He returned from the widow in ecstacy, and
called his son to his own snug private room.
81 have done it for you, Michael" said the
father, rubbing his hands il is done, It is settIsd.
lad Two months patience and the Jewel is your
own Thank your father on your knees oh
lucky Mike But mark me, boy (; had enough
TO do. My guess was right She was afraid of
US, but her fears over. 1 told her that the
bank would make you rich without her. Till
then there was no relenling assure you.
"You said so, father, did you I" asked The son.
"Yes-l did. Remember that Mike when
am dead-reinember what have done for you
put fortune in your pocket, and given you an
angel--remember that, Mike, aud respect INV
memory. DON'T let the world laugh at your faith
er, and call him ugly names, you can prevent ii if
you like A son is bound 10 assert his fathers
honor, living or dead, at any price,"
"tie is, sir" answered Michael.
81 knew, Mike, that would be your answer
You are noble fellow-don't forget me when
am under ground; not that mean 10 die yet
no-no-I feel a score OF years hanging about me
still. shall dandle a dozen Of your young ones
before those arms are withered. | shall live to
see you peer Of the realm. That money-with
your talents, Mike, will command dukedom."
i am not ambitious, father
"You lie-you are, Mike. You have got your
fathers blood in YOU You would risk great
deal 10 be at the tep Of tree SO would |. Wouid
l.? Haven't We shall BEE, Mike, we shall see
But it isn't wishing that will do it. The cearest
head-tne best exerlions must sometimes give in
10 circumstances but Then, my boy, there IS one
comfort, those who come after us can repair our
inuls, and profit by our experience. That thought
gives us courage, aud makes us go forward. Don't
forget, Mike, say, what have done for you,
when you are rich and titled man -
{" hope, ather, shall never forget my duty"
J I" | am sure you won't, 6like-aDd there's an
end OF II. Let us speak OF something else. Now,
when you are married, boy, shall often come 10
see you. You'll be glad have me, shan't you ?"
is ii necessary 10 ask the question:"
"No ii sn'l, but am happy tonight, and mn
in humor to talk and dream. You must let me
have my own room-and call ii Abraham's sane
} tum. A good name, ELI? will come when
| like, and 20 when like--eat, drink, and be mer-
ry, Mike. How while with envy Old Marley will
get, when he sees me driving 10 business in my
: boys carriage. A pretty match he made OF it
that son Of hs--lnarred The cook, and sent her 10
boarding.schoo. Stupid fool"
"Young Marley is worthy fellow, father"
"Can't be-can't be-worthy fellows don't mar
~ cooks. But don't stop me in my plans. | said
you shoud give me my own room, Mike-and SO
you sha-snd every Wednesday shall be holt
day. Wen be in the country together and shoot
and fish, and hunt, and do what every body else
does Wen BIO great men, Mike, and we'll enjoy
ourselves"