Wisconsin tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1847-1854, 1848-11-24
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From the Philadelphia Saturday Evening Post
THE VENDUE.
II TILE OF REAL LIFE
Continual


the countenance of Mr.. Overton To common
observer, and on any ordinary occasion, his face
would have Indicated nothing within, above the
common country farmer but to my eye, and I'M
der the circumstances which led to our acquant-
ance, benevolence of an exalted kind bearned from
his eye, and still sincerely believe from his heart
His conduct, which had SO deeply interested me in
his favor, had a still stronger effect on Mr. Ora
ham.-oimilar services TO himself could not have
secured a more marked gratitude; and as he rose
to depart, his host again pressed the old man S
hand and earnestly requested him to meet him
next evening. Z" l am going in the morning, Mr.
Overflow, said Graham, to Mrs. Trimmings to
arrange my Affairs with the sheriff, and hope to
see you again IN the evening, together with these
gentlemen" We bowed obligation to our
host and with the esteem of us all, Mr. Overton
departed towards his own house
The evening was spent by the sheriff. very
intelligent man, by giving the general outline
of the most respectable inhabitants of the neigh
borhood; of which found he ranked as most
wealthy, Mrs. Trimming. THAT woman OBJ
served Mr. Graham, sin my opinion stands in
need of small reverse, in order to teach her hl-
manity."
Her heart is not the most tender" replied the
sheriff; and her is in every respect the child
of his mother. | am afraid that good man, whose
roof covers Mrs. Swansey and her children will
soon feel their vengeance as | am convinced that
his friendly interference in favor of their victims
will not be forgiven" "They may themselves
plead in vain for mercy they have denied, before
1t is in their power to unhouse another family, y
said Graham, with eyes flashing fire. He instant
y felt the improperly OF this indulgence of feel
ing, and checked HIMSELF and proposed retiring
to rest. To the bed we did go--but Sleep | be-
ieve, stranger to our eyes; the events of
the day were too important to be so easily forgot
ten.
Next day, at the appointed hour, found us at
our place of meeting. The transfer of the land
and personal estate made in form, to Mr. Ora
ham, and witnessed by Mr.. Trimming and Mr.
Jameson, who found there as the friend and
counsellor of the Trimmings and myself Thus
far all was well, and advanced smoothly; but as
Mr.. Graham drew forth his pocket-book, appar-
emily to pay the purchase money. he observed to
the sheriff. If | am rightly Uniformed, the only
claim against the estate of James Wallace is in
favor of the estate of Jasper Trimming; you
would do me favor by informing me of the
amount" This was done The execution was
produced. cost summed. and S5S43,55 appeared
TO foot the account This young gentleman was
very impatient yesterday to know my right to
make this demand said Graham, with great bit
terness Il am now ready to relieve his anxiety .
handing a paper to the sheriff A dead and verv
painful silence followed. The countenance of
Trimming fell; his skin became pale; dreading,
he knew not what he sat the picture of terror.
The lip of the sheriff curled with secret gratif-
cation, whilst his expression of feature was that
of extreme surprise.
al presume, young man. you have heard of the
house of Ford Williamson and Graham, of Phil
adelphia," said Mr.. Graham to young Trimming,
as he again received the packet from the sheriff
a have, family replied Trimming. mo doubt
you have, and shall again." said Graham with I'M
utterable contempt and severity. Bowling very
low, Il have the honor to introduce to your &C
Iptar Mr. Ino md to
you that am no imposter, here is your father
signature TO mortgage this very house and
lands, and here Is still more demands which hope
you are in a condition to meet"
Unfeeling, and worthless as he was, his wretch
edness was too great not to excite pity His lips
were sealed; and whilst the sheriff and myself re-
garded him with commisseration, the crest-fallen
Trimming writhed under the terrible scowl of the
| terrible Graham.
Return and comfort your charitable mother
YOU have it your power TO sympathise
with Mrs. Swansey and her children This mon
ey | shall put into the hands of the sheriff if he
thinks it necessary" " | see no reason why you
| should pay your money, Mr.. Graham,
observed the sheriff; " if Mr.. Trimming acl1nowl.
edges your claims, the business must be between
yourselves" His claims are Just" said Trim
ming secretly, no doubt, wishing to soften his
/ Judge but his Judge appeared III very melting
mood. q shall be here again ON next Monday
when | wish TO see the state of your accounts
as it is my wish TO settle In this county, it is nv
| intention to take my affairs into my own hands
so be ready young man. said Graham, as he rose
to depart During the whole of this scene, Mr.
Jameson sat silent; and very unceIem mi ,usl ]
departed, as we did, but in a different direction
That scoundrel,n observed Graham, has made
a discovery. He finds poverty where he sought
wealth / admire his prudence in leaving thi,
| domicil: and if ne takes advice from me, he vii
never return. And this kind hearted mother anc
son, their evening enjoyments during this weel
are benefactions from Heaven-nlay they be CRATE
full for the boon 1t is not really my intention tc
crush them; he memory of the departed hus
band and father viii protect them from ruin /
| find him capable. and think he is So It /. m,