The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1848-04-28
From the Anglo American.
Truth and Honesty.

native dttOrmity moral dignity, and homes
'y, though discovered amid poverty and ig-
norance, is raised TO its legitimate place
the admiration OF all capable of estimating
true worth. This latter remark will plead
an apology for introducing to the reader a
young hero, filling a station no higher than
that OF pupil in parochlal school.
Two boys, of nearly the same age, were
once amusing themselves with that dagger
Gus, though not uncommon pastime, peltiug
each other with stones. They had chosen
one 1.-THE squares of the play ground, think
ing by this means to avoid mischief. To
the CONSERVATION Of the thrower, however,
a missile, instead of resting on the shoulders
OF the boy at whom it was aimed, entered
the library window of one Of the lordly man
sicns forming the quadrangle.
"Why don't YOU take 10 your heels, You
bloehhead; you viii have the police after
you, II you are staring there" was the ex-
chmaion Of his companion, and he caught
him by the arm IN order 10 drag him from
the spot. The author Of the mischief still
retained his thoughtful position.
"lt your father is obliged to pay for this.
you viii stand chance of having a good
thrashing," the other boy uIged.
"Never mind, Tom; leave me to myself"
was the reply; and the young delinquent
moved with unialterug step towards the
door of the Mansion, the ltmocker Of which
he mheSita'mgly raised. The summons
was answered by foUtman.
as the master OF the house at home 2" he
with some diiiidence inquired.
"lIc is"
"Ihen wish 10 see him, if you please"
"lhat you can't do, my man, but III de-
liver any message for YOU"
$40, that will not do. must indeed
must see the gentleman himself"
The earnestheSs and perseverance Of the
boy AT length induced him to comply with
his request, aud opening the door of the IL
brary, he apologised for asking his master to
see shabby little fellow; adding that he
could neither learn his business nor get rid
Of him.
Bring him in" said the gentleman adj
dressed, who having witnessed the ,raliSac-
ton, aud overheard the conversation, was
curious to know the object of the boys visit.
The poor child, whose IDEAS had never soar
ed above his fathers second floor, stood for
some moments in Supplied Amusement; but
remembering the painful circumstanccwhich
brought him into this scene Of enchantInent
he in some measure rcgained his self pos
session.
IL am very sorry, sir" he began, in fal-
tering voice. "but have broken your win
dow. My father is out Of work just now
and cannot pay for it; but tic you will be kind
enough to take the money al any time. as
can get it, lwill be sure to make il ups" and
as he spoke, he drew few half pence from
his pocket and laid them on the table.
THAT'S an honest speech my lad, but how
am TO be sure you will fulfill your engage.
ment" Mr.. CavendiSh returned. "Do you
know that could have you sent TO the sta.
ton till all the money is made upf'
'Oh, don't send me there, sir; it would
break my poor mothers heart, | will pay
you all, indeed VIII, sir;' and the poor boy
burst into a flood of tears.
j am glad you have 50 much considcra.
ton for your mothers feelings; and for her
sake, Viii trust to your honesty
oh, thank you, sir-thank youn
But when did you expect to be able 10
make me another payment This savery
small sum towards the price of so large
square of plate glass; and as he spoke he
glanced at the four half-p which the
boy had spread ont.
This day week, sir, if you please
Very well, let it he so. At this hour
shall be at home TO see yOu.' Poor Jack
made his best bow and retired.
True To his appointment, our high princi-
pied boy appeared at the door of Mr.. Caven-
dish'S mansion. As the footman had prcvi-
onSly received orders TO admit him, he was
immediately shown into the library.
i have shilling for you to-day, sir!' he
SAID, exuitngly, and his countcuancc was
radiant with smiles.
Indeed! that is large sum for boy like
yont obtain in so short time. hope you
came by it honestly
y flush Of crimson mounted to the cheek
of poor Jack, but it was not the flush of
shame.
u earned every penny Oft sir, excepting
one my mother gave me to make it up he
cncrretically replied; and he proceeded to
say that he had been on the look out for jobs
all the week; that he held horse for one
gentleman and had run on an errand for an
other; in this way accounting for eleven
pence.
'lour Industry and perseverance, do you
credit, my lad Mr.. Cavendlsh exclaimed,
his benevolent countcnance lighting up with
smile. Aud now should like to know
your name and placcor residence
j will write il, sir, if you please. Indeed
brought piece OF paper, for the purpose Of
putting down the money. | hope shall be
able To make il all up in few weeks, for
am trying 10 get a situation as crramd boy
'luu can write, then? Do you 60 TO
SCHOOL, And Jack stepped forward to lake
the pen which Mr.. Cavcndish held towards
him.
you write n tolerahle good hand, my lii.
Tie man. You may, think, do better than
take an crrand boys place. Let me see if
you have any knowledge of arithneiic.'
Jack stood boldly up and unhcSitatingly
replied to the various questions which were
quito him.
THAT will do, my good boy. Now when
do You think YOU will be able to come and
bring me more money!
will come again this tmG next week, if
am alive and well, sir
That was wisely added, my lad, for our
lives are not in our own keeping. This sec
you have been taught
! Another week passed and again Jack ap.
! peared, but his countcnance wore an aspect
Of sadness.
u am very sorry, sir he said, Il have
been unfortunate, and have only a small sum
to give you.' And MS he spoke, he laid three
pennyworh Of halGpcnce before MFR. Cav.