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

y 'eNo'utloii VI oplhlOnS - TAKING pace IN
the present day; Scctarian and nationalpre-
JUDGES are giving way TO IA holy feeling Of
universal brotherhood; military conquests
are robbed of their iiuSel, aud appear in their
native detOrmity; moral dignity, and homes
'y, though discovered amid poverty aud 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
young hero, filling station no higher than
that OF pupil in a parochial school.
Two boys, of nearly the same age, were
once amusing themselves with tha, dagger
Gus, though not uncommon pastime, pelting
each other with stones. They had chosen
one of the squares of the play ground, think
Ing by this means TO avoid mischief. To
the CONSERVATION Of the thrower, however,
missile, instead Of resting on the shoulders
OF the boy at whom il was aimed, entered
the library window Of one cfthc lordly man
sionS forming the quadrangle.
"Why don't'you take 10 your heels, You
bloekhead; you viii have the police after
yon, II you are staring thcre," was the ex-
ciamation Of bis companion, and he caught
him by the arm IN order 10 drag him from
the spot. The author of the mischief still
Icldlhtu MS lhniIGhtlul position.
"li your father is obliged to pay for this,
you will stand Il chance of having a good
thraShins," the other boy uIged.
"Never mind, Tom; leave me to myself"
was the reply; and the young delinquent
moved with unialteriug step towards the
door of the mansion, the knocker Of which
he unheSta,iugly raised. The summons
was answered by a ioOtman.
"lS the master OF the house at home 2" he
with some dii!idence inquired.
"lie is.o
"Then wish TO see him, If you please !"
"Ihat you can't do, my man, but I'll de.
liver any message for you"
$40, that will not do. must-indeed |
must see the gentleman himself"
The earnestneSs and perseverance, Of the
boy nj length induced him to comply with
his request, and opening the door Of the IL
bTary, he apologised fer 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 ad.
dressed, who having witnessed the tranSac-
ton, and 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 tol
some moments in Supplied amazemrnt; but
remembering the painful circumstancew which
brought him into this scene OF enchan,ment
he III some measure reganed his Sclf-po
/ session.
IL am very sorry, sir" he began, in a ial.
teriug voice. shut have broken your win
dow. My father is out of work Just now
and cannot pay Cor it; but if you will be kind
enough to take the money at any time, as
can get it, VIII be sure to make i, 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 he 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 will, sir;' and the poor boy
burst into a food of tears.
Il am glad you have SO much conSidcra.
ton for your mothers feelings; and for hel
sake, Will trust to your honesty
'Oh, thank you, sir-thank your
But when did you expect to be able ,c
make me another payment? This is avery
small sum towards the price of so large d
square of plate glass; and as he spoke he
glanced at the four hal-pence which tie
boy had spread ont.
This day week, sir, if you please
very well, let it he so. At this hour
shall be at home 10 see you.' Poor Jack
made his best bow and retired.
True to his appointment, our high princi
pied boy appeared atthe doorof Mr., Caven
disl'S mansion. As the footman had prcvi
ously received orders TO admit him, he wa!
Immediately shown into the library.
Il have shilling for you to-day, sir!' h,
said, eXultngly, and his countcnaucc wa
radiant with smiles.
Indeed! that is large sum for a boy lik,
You 10 obtain in so short time. | hope yot
came by it honestly
\ flush uf crimson mounted to the checl
of poor Jack, but it was not the flush o
shame.
i earned every penny Of it, sir, cxceptin!
one my mother gave me to make 1t up h,
encrcetically replied; and he proceeded t.
say that he had been on the look out for lob
all the week that he held horse for on
gentleman and had run on an errand for an
other; in this way accounting for elevel
pence.
'1our Industry and perseverance, do yo
credit, my lad Mr. Cavendish exclaimed
his benevolent countenance lighting up Wit
a smile. Aud now should like to kuo,
your name and placcof residences
j will write it, sir, if you please. lndcc
brought piece of paper, for the purpose c
putting down the money. hope | shall b
able to make j, all up in few weeks, for
am trying 10 get situation as crramd boy
'lou can write, then? Do you GO {
school" And Jack stepped forward to taxi
, the pen which Mr.. Cavcndish held tow ard
him.
You write tolerahle good hand, my III
lie man. You may, think, do better tina
\ take an crrand boys place. Let me see
you have any knowledge of arthnetic.'
=, Jack stood boldly up and unhcSi,atngl
replied to the various questions which wei
putt him.
= THAT will do, my good boy. Now whe
y" do you think YOU will be able to come an
bring me more money!
Il will come again this tins next week,
- | am alive and well, sir
THAT was wisely added, my lad. for OF
!, lives are not in our own keeping. This Is,
YOU have been taught
Another week passed aud again Jack ~
pparpu, but his COuntpnnnre vynrr mn n Sn,