The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1844-05-17
woonsFlELD, ONO FRIDAY, MAY II, 1914

'Repined! she has been nothing but sweetness
and good humor. Indeed, she seems better spir-
its than have ever known her; she has been TO me
all love, and tenderness, and comfcr."
Admirable gir!' exclaimed l. .Yoh cal, your
self poor, my fieI'd; you never were so lich-you
never knew the boundles, treasures Of excellence
you possessed in that woman
'Oh! but, my friend, if this frst meeting at the
cottage were over, thi k could then be CT mfor-
table, But this il her first day Of real experience;
she has been introduced into an humble dwelling
she has be, employ ed all day iH gi lis mis-.
erable rquipme.ts-s has for the first time known
the fatigues of domestic empo. men,-she has for
the first time looked around her on home desti-
tute OF every thing elegant-air: ost every thing
CONVEX ieu nd may now be sitli, down, exhaust
ed and rifles, brooding over prospect of future
poverty
There was de gree of probability in this Picture
that could not gaiAsay, so we walked on in 81.
Ience.
After turning from the main road, up narrow
lane, so hckly shaded by forest trees to give il
complete air oi seclu ion. we came III sight Of the
cottage. twas humble enough in its appearance
for the most pastoral poet; and yet it had pleasing
rural look. A will vine had overrun one end ith
profusion of foliage; few trees threw theis
branches gracefully over it, and observed sever
al pots of FLOWERS tasteuy disposed about the door,
and OH the gras plot in front. A small wicket
gate opened upon foot path that wound through
some shrubbery to the door Just as we approach.
ed, we heard the sound of music-Le.lie grasped
my ann, we paused and listened. 1t was Mary's
voice, singing il. style OF the most touching sim.
pllcity, little air of which her husband was pecu.
liarly fond.
felt Les'ie's hand tremble on my arm. He STEP
ped forward, to hear more distinctly. His step
made noise on the gravel walk. A bright beautl-
full face glanced out at The window, and vanished;
light fi,o.step was heard-and Mary came trip
ping forth to meet u.s. She was in pretty rural
dress OF white; few wild flowers were twisted in
her fine hair fresh bloom was on her cheek; her
whole countencnce beamed with smiles-I had ney-
er seen her look so lovely.
.My dear George cried she, 4 am so glad you
are come, have been watching and watching for
you; and running down the lane, and looking out
for you. I've set out table under beautiful tree
behind the cottage; and I've been gathering some
Of the most delicious strawberries, for know you
are fond Of them-and we have such excellent
cream--and every thing is so stilI aud sweet here
OH said she, putting her arm within his and look
ing up brightly in his face, oh, shall be hap
py!
his bosom--he folded his arms round her-he kissed
her asain-he could not speak, but the tears gush-
ed into his eyes, andhe has often assured me, that
though the world has since gone prosperously with
him, and his life has indeed been a h,ppy one, yet
never has he experienced moment of more ex-
quisite felicity.
IN SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES.
APRIL %, 1914.
Read the first and second times-referred to the
committee on foreign relations, aud ordered to
be printed in confidence for the use of the Sen
ate.
A TREATY OF ANNEXATION.
Concluded between the United States Of America
and the republic of Texas, at Washington, the
18th day of April, 1874.
The people of Texas having, at the time of
adopting their constitution. expressed, by almost
unanimous vote, their desire to be incorporated
into the Union of the Uaited States, and being
still desirous of the same with equal unanimity, in
order to provide eifectuay for their security
and prosperity; and the United Safes, actuated
-, ali,
aud prosperity, ard to meet the wishes of the gov
ernment and people of Texas. have determined to
accomplish by treaty objects so important to their
mutual aud permanent welfare.
For that purpose, the President Of the United
States has given full powers to Joh.. C Calhoun,
Secretary Of State the United States. aid the
President of the republic of Texas, has appointed,
with ike powers. Isaac Wan ZaLdt, aud J Pinck-
ney Henderson, citizens of the said republic; aid
the said pe"ipotentiaries, after eAcha gIDg their
full powers, have agreed On and concluded the
articles:
ARTICLE The republic Of Texas, acting j.,
with the wishes of the people anl eve
~ department OF its vernme I, cedes to the
U..i,ed States all its territories, to be held by them
IN full property and sovereignty, AID to be annexed
10 the sal United States of their territories.
Iabject to the sans constitutional proviilns with
heir other territories. Thi; ce,sion Includes all
,ublic lots and squares, vacant lands, mines. mrne
ais salt lakes and springs, public edifices. fortif-
;atons, barracks, ports and harbors, navy and
,avy-yards. docks, magazines, arms. armaments
md atcoutrements, archives and public cuments,
,ubc funds, debts, taxes, ard dues unpaid at the
ime of the exchange Of the ratification Of this
reaty.
Arr. IL. The citizens of Texas shall be incor.
orated into the Union Of the United States, main
aimed and protected in the free enjoyment of their
berty and property, andfadmilted as soon as may
e consistent with the principles Of the federal
TO the enjoymDnt Of all the rights,
rivileges and immunities Of ctizeLs.of the United
tates.
Arr. ILL., All titles and claims to real estate,