Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1850-06-22

| lidIu were, sent away, WIN al No
charge to avoid damp air, damp feet, and
write if she should grow any worse.
1t was the latter part of March when
they set out, but the day was exceedingly
fine. Louisa wept until the carriage was
some miles from the city, and the sun was
high in the heavens. Then she uncovered
her face and and looked out of the window
with determination to see something hate
ful, or at least some unpleasant Object
But her eyes fell on neat white dwellings
and fair fields, with a shade of green on
every swell, relieved by the brown ground
work, and orchard trees standing i'll slightly
rows, while the light winged songSterS
were flashing to and fro, and filling the
air with their sweet, chirping melody
"How beautiful !" she cried, involuntarlly.
She was already in love with the country
Mrs. Henshaw received several bret let
ters, stating that she was coEtented, and
that her health was improving
"I wonder she can be contented," Mrs.
Henshaw would exclaim-''a girl like Lou
lisa SO genteel, SO highly accomplished, SO
very delicate and sensitive, to be contented
among such ignorant and unpolshed peo--
pie! l suppose, however, she is amused
at the wonder and admiration OF the coun-
try beaux and bellies, and enjoys kind OF
queenly triumph among them. How must
her fine figure, magnificent costume, and
refined language and.manners contrast with
the coarseness of the young creatures
around her. l should like to see her IN the
rustic church shining amongst them like
dew spangled rose in field of daSies. L
wonder how she gets along with the young
Greys. l warrant she keeps them at her
feet, for she is queenly girl. l should be
amused to see their awkward attempts at
initiating her dress, speech and manners"
Towards the last of September, Mrs.
Henshaw was surprised at the receipt OF
large sheet of foolscap in the form OF let
ter from her daughter. She was just dress
ed for sailing party, so she iald 1t aside
till the next morning, when with sundry
exclamations of wonder, she broke the seal.
But how did her wonder increase as she
read.
Dear Father and Mother:
have provided myself with this mann
moth sheet for the purpose, and with the
intention Of writing you history OF my
six months in the country.
awe shall find some amusement in this
letter." said Mrs. Henshaw to her listening
husband. "Louisa is disposed TO be face
,ious, see by her commencing with father
and mother"
1t was Saturday evening when ! arrived
at MIR. Gray's, and, as you will remember,
cold rain succeeded the fine weather. |
felt chilled and miserable, and the snug old
farmhouse presented a most comfortable
appearance. As the coach drew up, the
house door opened, and pleasant looking,
portly gentleman came out, saying to some
person within, sno, no, can bring her in,
in my arms, if necessary" He looked ra-
ther surprised as sprung from the vehicle;
he however conducted me very courteouSIy
into the parlor. But at the door | paused.
1t was a large apartment, destitute OF centre
table, piano, lounge, but there was bright
wood fire burning OH the hearth, and the
room contained everything necessary to
comfort, and some superhuities; for before
the fire stood velvet cushioned chair and
loot stool, and my good Aunt Grey, with a
large snowy pillow IN her hands, was wait
ing to accommodate her Invalid niece
She looked curiously; blushed for very
shame, while my heart overflowed TOWARD
them for their kindness. And then the
grotesqueness OF my own position presented
itself, and while pressed hand of each
l burst into hearty fit of laughing, il
which my uncle joined merrily. "Girls,'
he said as soon as he could speak; "com'
: and shake hands with her."
: The three girls entered, and while they
: made their compliments, he went on, ''away
r with the big chair; all Louisa wants is EN-
r ployment, air and exercise In SIX week
t she will be able to run race with the fleet
a est beau in the township" He then Sa
e down beside me and inquired for you boil
r with great kindness and solicitude, unit
t we were called TO tea. During the eve
J, ming l had leisure TO observe my COUSINS
They are named Mary, Ellen and Lucy
n | was struck with their beauty, and tn
!, propriety OF every thing around them.
b assure you, mother, they were perfect,
= ple9dnl III lleIE biNSoNS WIZ
r white capes and aprons. When we re
tired for the night l found we were all t
n sleep in a large chamber, with good fir
n in the small fire place, and two beds stand
s ing in opposite corners, with wash stand
e aud all the etceteras. Mary the eldest Sa
II down by the table and opening larg
n Bible, began to read. | followed the eS
IS ample of Ellen and Lucy, and sat down an
d listened devotedly. When the chapte
: was read, she said let US pray and we kne
d while she read devoutly some beautiir
1t evening prayers. never laid down S
e happy in my life before. In the mornin
v we arose before the sun, and when W
o came down, we found aunt busy abot
J. breakfast; and the girls got the white pal
4. to 90 and milk. l would 60 with then
e and though / was very much afraid of th
D. cows, went into the yard, and soon gre
l. so bold as to put my hand on the one th'
E. Lucy was milking, and finally resolved
t. do as they did. / was very awkward, an
a, we all laughed heartily, but they said