The voice of freedom. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1839-1848, 1847-10-07

has nearly luled to sleep that recklessnes
u which has so long held dominion in my breast
u Now, am determined, that with tomorrow
rising sun, shall begin new life. And thes
e words you have drawn up for me, shall bC
: my guide, my watchword, until my eyes are
t closed in death: 'ReSolped, THAT l WILL
a NEVER AGAIN GAMBLE, OR ENTER A GAM
, ING-HoUSE WITH EVIL INTENTION 1t is
done ?
, yes, and God will bless you for it, jamie.
l son. said the poor girl, all animation. %
had our mother been alive to hear that resolu-
ton, how very happy she would have been
, But, would you bless her memory, and do
, justice to yourself, keep the promise you have
made this night
f Irene, as long as I have strength and reason
remaining, l will make good my PROMISE
| n" y The night wears on apace-
? the bleak winds are bowling. Patiently,
| watching over the corpse of heart broken
mother, sit the two orphans. Guard them
well, ye Heavenly Angels !-shield, we Infinite
Powers, those lonely ones, from all earthly
harm Another day soon will dawn, and
new trials begin.
CHAPTER H.
The funeral services of Mrs. Leslie we're
performed on the day following that Of her
death. How bitter, how heart-rendng the
anguish Of those orphans, as they caught the
last painful view of their mothers coffin, as
it was lowered into the cold, cold earth !!
Who could her grief asSuage? That rash
youth He the author of this bitter human
alflction ?-ycs Yet, who dare condemn
him for it? Seest thou those scalding tears,
daShing down his cheeks and Watering a
mothers grave ?-and what do they foretell
that ba ko, huo,,,rhE oo,,1yapo,,y
curse upon his own head that he has nurs-
ed in his bosom viper which at first appeared
harmless, but is now singing him bitterly
But, rather than despise him, deal gently with
him. Dare not to breath 'hurtful spirit be-
fore him In his bosom yet remains will
to reform-and crush it not; blight it not
but water it from the fount Of amicable aifcc-
ton Full well does he know his errors,and
magnify not those errors by Withholding from
him your kind regards. Deal gently and
hope for his Standardization shall you
surely be recompensed with blessings. For,
as you live, his countenance will beam with
thankful, heartfelt joy, when he meets you;
and when you die, he will plant flowers on
your grave, whose fragrant odors shall say
to every summer-visitor-"'S Sweet and fra
grant was the odor Of his life, over whose
earth-home we scatter flowers and breath
sweetness"
Jameieson had made Junius Summers,
son of Judge Summers, acquainted with the
new resolution he had taken, who ioyfully
congratulated him upon the occasion, at the
same time heaping upon his sisters conduct
many and sensible compliments. They a.
greed to repair, on the following night, to the
gaming-room occupied by the Club, of which
Jamiesen was yet a member; and offer them
the resolution.
Irene, bowling under the load of grief she
was compelled to bear, like the frail flower
before the tempest-made an application to
Mrs. Summers to instruct her daughters in
music and drawing. She was aware of the
Indifference with which the poorer class of
people were treated by the wealthy aistocra-
cy, yet, she believed Mrs. S. would pity her
condition..
'---since gone the parent dove
Therefore, taking up beautiful landscape
drawing, she sailed forth, arrayed in plain
mourning habit. Ascending the marble step
of Mr.. Summers mansion, she rang the bell,
breathlcss with anxiety. She was introduced
into the presence of Mrs. s.. who received
her rather indfferently, yet with much more
attention than Irene anticipated. With tear
full eyes, she acquainted her with the object
of her visit,
WELL replied Mrs. S., 4 perceive you are
afflicted. If your story is true,you have reas-
on to be. But there has been of late much
deception practiced upon the wealthy portion
of this city, by girls who have given false rep.
reservations Of their character, thus abusing
the confidence placed in them by their en-
ployers. However, | will not charge you
with anything of misdemcanor, until have
IL
bic that l can employ you, but what are your
terms?'
Il have no TERMS replied the sobbing or
phan. All | ask is protection. Give me but
a home--a shelter, and | an contented
'l}ut, you have recommend, of course p
Irene became bewildercd for one moment. |
Then drawing from her pocket the landscape,
she placed it in the hands of Mrs S., who |
viewed it with much admiration. This is
well, very well, she said take your seat at
the piano
Though in no musical mood, Irene COM
piled with her request, yet unwllingly |
With melodious,yet sad and mournful voice,
she commenced that beautiful song Of Moore,
ALAS lone orphan maid is Emily Gray;
while her tiny fingers swept with serene
gentleness, the keys of the piano. As she
'"N V""'0 MoLuo' 81 dppropIlate, her very |
soul seemed to stare suppliantly from her tear
flooded eyes, and breath entreatng prayers
in every voice. Her grief overpowered her,
and she was unable to proceed. Mrs S. un-
derstood her emotion, and said, with a COM
passionate look
i am satisfied. will engage you for six
months. At the end of that time, if am
pleased with you, will employ you for as
long time as you will wish to be employed.
When spoke of a recommendation, meant :
certificate ofgood character. Yet, I think
that if you had been very faulty, and thought
yourself so, you would have understood me