Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1846-11-05
THE FAITHLESS FAIR.
"a plain unsarnished tale, without
Tbs aid Of fcuon's garb."

tween Great Britain and the American Colonies -
His youthful DO ON glowed with that patriotic fire
which seemed to animate the whole continent. At
the period we speak OF, II became not the man 10
hold back--his liberty depended upon the medtat-
ed blow--a blow aimed at the greatest power in
Europe, the giant Of war through ages Of blood
But whatever obstacles existed they became pigmes
when compared with the objects set forth in that
declaration which inspired every patriotic heart to
resolve on liberty or DEATH
Henry rushed into battle, needless Of danger, and
reckless OF consequences. II was al the battle Of
Trenton. which, more than any other single battle
during the war, decided its fate, that Henry, rush.
ing into the hottest OF the conflict, gained the enc
my's standard. and bore il of in triumph. For this
act of youthful bravery. Henry was promoted TO the
rank Of Captain, and gained the high esteem Of his
superior officers. We shall not follow our young
hero through the many aud various campaigns
suffice il to say, that one act Of heroism succeeded
another. until a, the termination of the war; we find
him returned, among the list Of contemporary he
roes MAJOR.
Previous I, Ilenry's joining the army he was
be,rothed 10 young lady OF great personal beauty
and considerable property. She parted from him
with many protestaiions Of love aud affection, aud
her tears fell the cheek of her lover TO seal the
words, 81 am thine" Day after day succeeded his
departure aud she anxiously awaited the return of
with proiestations of love and consistency. While
the papers teemed with the heroic actions Of the
brave, aud the rapid promotion oil his youthful CON-
panions, there was no mention made Of Henry
They all spoke OF Major Drayton-the young, the
noble, aud the brave and the sigh Of disappont.
ment often escaped the bosom Of Helen, and a wish
that il her Henry. Helen proud--the
pressing OF the had created ia her an am
bilious FIRE ; il smoihered her love for Henry, and
LII
ity Bot TO return to Henry. Returning with his
youthful bosom elate with hope and Joy, convinced
that one faithful heart would sympathisc with him,
in recounting his many suffefings aud privations
during a long tedious aud bloody campaign he
determined TO surprise his love by stratagem.-
Others may condemn an act Of this kind, as one
unworthy man, lover--but whatever Henry's
motives were, be hid them entirely from others
Under another name he entered The army-under
the assumed title, he gained honor fame and re-
nown. Aware with such TO recommend him, there
be no doubt OF happy and joyous welcome, be
therefore determined TO surprise his Helen in anoth-
er guise in the garb Of poor soldier. He tap
ped al the door OF her molher--he was admitted by
servant and conducted into the parlor. Other,
officers had been there TO pay their respects the
brilliant dress of many youthful warrior had pas
sed before her eyes aud with beating heart she
obeyed the summons. A tinge of red passed over
that kiss given in the fulness of fond heart, was
not returned with that fervor his glowing fancy had
pictured twas cold, formal and trembling.
And you have returned 7 escaped her rather as
question than exclamation. Yes, Helen I am
returned the same in heart, the same fond lover rs
ever. But yon my garb denotes the suiferiDgs
| | have endured what misery, priyation aud toll
but what Of this Z We have gained our liberty,
and planted on our shore the banner Of Virtue,
Liberty, and Independence And thy sweet dear
image was ever present to my sight, il cheered me
in battle, and could press my cold blanket with
ecstatic Joy, knowing that one fond heart beat
ing for me, and that heart was yours
Alas: Henry, you--you- not be astonisied
to find change in me. My parents
Change in thee--in thee, Helen Good heav.
ems what mean you speak -.
'-have insisiedon our separation and fate has
decreed tive must part. u. ~
Gracious Heaven Helen, is this their former
kindness their former love But | forgive them !;
their motives are TO me obvious but in you, Helen
this transition is beyond my belief; is this your
lover ~. ..-s-
Daughter Helen was now repeated by her
mother without, Captain Ellis is below. ~
Captain Ellis, muttered Henry, he my rival z
But before abe could answer, Captain Ellis rush.
ed in followed by Hclen's mother; Ellis was in full
uniform, and the contrast between the humble qarb
Of Henry was certainly not much 10 his advantage.
He was received with smiles and marked attention.
Helen introduced him-'Cart. Ellis, permit me TO
introduce my friend, Henry w. to-, What, Ma.
ior Drayion Our Major in this garb by my
faith, you become it we'll Dof your beaver, ma
or, your hard earnings i'll become these humble
habiliments Ladies', permit me 10 introduce in
his true character the gallant Major Francis Dray-
ton. presume fame has already done that honor I;
you now see him in proper person, thought &C.
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