Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1849-06-15

In happy dreams with him, previous TO his
departure for distinct CLINE, from whence
he was soon 10 return TO wed. That on
that night he left, and never more was seen. |
She took up her lonely dwelling on this
mountain, planted this birch, sat out this
grass, and here breathed away her life dis
consulate. The story goes that here she is
often seen, looking down yonder road and
calling for Eidon. Beware, sir, Of yonder
spot, for the same chance, il is said, awaits
those who T 'quent H."
The story vas not new 10 Midway, but
her tone aud appearance, favored by his IN
cressing interest in the lovely speaker. caus-
ed thrill 10 run through his bosom. As
soon as she had ceased, he rejoined:
beware Of il most assuredly will |, not
only from dread Of direlul consequences.
but from the very feeling admonition which
you have previously bestowed, for which
now am really grateful, betraying, as ii did,
an interest in my welfare mos, pleasing"
81 trus, then. sir, that you may never need
the second am prompted TO give you for
your last speech; but see here comes my
cousin and Bella Fairmsn, who accompa-
MED me to the mountain. We became sep
arated in the ascent, and thought TO meet
them here. They will think It odd TO find
me talking 10 a stranger, so pray favor me
with the name Of him whom was so fortu-
nate as TO rescue from Eidon's sad fortune,
that ! may inform them. But" she added.
hurriedly, 81 implore you not to mention
the matter, for cousin Edward will tease
my life about it."
at is needless. lady," said her cousin,
bounding forward and seizing the hand OF
Midway with hearty grip. that he would
have known even in the dark to belong TO
none else than his old classmate Edward
Euler.
"Wby, my dear fellow" he exclaimed,
chow in the name Of all that's wonderful,
did you happen here ? from below or from
abovei At all events you have made some
lofty strides, for we parted last--but stop,
let me introduce you to my friends" con-
tinued he. turning TO his fair companions,
now iniently whispering and cycling US as
kance, from whom / bespeak you a cor
dial reception. Miss Fairman, Mr. Med
way: my cousin, Miss Cation, Mr. Midway;
my old college classmate and chum-a man
loved by his friends, detested by his enc
mics, and a noted admrer OF the ladies'
three qualities long known and respected
by your humble servant, Edward Euler,
whose acknowledged taste and discrimna-
ton in all these matters is sufficient vouch-
er. Come, Harry, say something AFTER my
lengthy speech, or fear you will destroy
my bespoken favor. Bella Jane are you
dumb also Speak, or shall"
Nj. ~, Enla, .sid che .as !, -,
tirely unnecessary TO say word TO Mr. Med
way--you occupy the whole time so well
al least to your own satisfaction"
"And !, Edward" said Miss Cation
swish to know, before can welcome your
friend as you desire, whether your knowl
edge Of his character extends far enough tc
be able TO say whether he possesses tina
charming habit Of deserving young ladiei
on a ramble through the woods. A mic,
gallant you are, indeed. cousin Edward, L
leave US two Grant damsels to-"
"Free with touch Of magic wand, enchan
ted knight" said Midway. but catching
beseeching glance from her, he Instantly
stopped.
"There it is again as ever" cried Euler
II am a most unlucky dog. am Away
wrong somewhere. talk too much or 20,
little, walk too fast or too slow, and canno
even stop to shake rod over brook, o
my tongue over a friends arrival, but that
am Immediately made a most conyenien
target for the shafts Of young ladies' Wit, lie
! of for the benefit Of first impression y
K ooh, Edward oh, Mr. Euler !" erie
both his companions, in breath, "yo
ought TO be-"
"Well, so am, so no more but see. th
sun is sinking below yonder hills, and W
shall have barely time 10 reach home b
daylight. Come Miss Bella, come with nj
Midway, will you take charge OF my cousi
janet Nerve and sharpen yourself, fol
as you see. she sometimes hits heavily"
"Of which none have more vivid ei
perience than myself" Midway murmure'
as Euler moved of with Miss Fairman. an
he followed with his cousin. Miss Gallo
looked up, but made no reply The difl
culties Of the descent demanding all the
attention, not many words were spoken III
Ill in approaching the village, Midway O
fered his arm, when she inquired in 10
voice il his shoulder panied him much.
When they reached Miss Gallons hous
where Midway discovered that Euler W
also domesticaled, at her invitation and b
entreaty, he entered with The party TO ie
and was introduced 10 her father aud mot
er. The latter was a quiet, gentle bein
Mr. Cations manners and appearance, ho
= ever, attracted Midway peculiarly, VI
liked him at the first; and loved him