Western union. (City of Hannibal, Mo.) 1850-1851, 1850-11-21
From the Oquawka Spectator.
LOUISA WILLIAMS;
OR THE
OR p III Y BOUND GIRL.
A TALE OF THE QUEEN CITY.
ny MRS. =. FARMER.

seen, in the then inisnt Queen City. a large AM
Il splendid mansion delightfully."- situated upon
slopihg lawn. The gravelled walks were taste
fully ornainehted with trees and shrubbery
such as Is rarely 10 be found in a new settle,
country. A bright green carpet was spread
out underneath, do,t, here and there with del
icate little wild flowers, sprung up as in def
ance Of their more imE losing aud far fetched sis
ters. Ii was lovely spot the lawn stret ching
Tar away to the bank of the calm and beautiful
ONO, the most enchanting Of our western wa
,ers. winding its way between two bold and
craggy hills, and smooth grassy wales; alter
nately changing the scenery from the bold an!
sublime, to the calm and quiet low lands where
the pioneers cottage had already domesticated
many OF those wild yet lovely gardens Of ma
ture. On the right of the lawn was q small
stream which came muddy leaping onward, hem.
med in between two high hills, which closely
guarded their prisoner till they saw it plunge
into the Ohio and disappear.
On the left, lowered high hill, crowned with
. variety Of forest trees, on which the eye might
rest after becoming wearied with the glare of
the city. Who, but has experienced thrill of
pleasure after being pent up within the walls of
that city from morning until night, woaried and
worn with anxiety and toll, as he came forth
and iea.ted his eye on that scenery just as the
sun had paused to kiss the green tree-tops, and
robe them in his golden mantle ere he sunk to
his nightly slumbcrs?
Within the breakfast parlor Of that mansio
one lovely spring morning, might have been
seen lady and gentleman. The lady's form
was tall aud commanding; her features regular
but somewhat stern, and might have made con.
siderable pretensions to beauty had thew been
less masculine. Her step dis splayed firmness
and houfeur, not TO be mistaken. Her nge, to
all appearance about thirty. The gentleman,
who sat silently contem plating a cup of coffee
appeared at least ten years her elder; was rath.
er above the middle size, thick set, with a
strong muscular frame, which to all appearance
had at some furmer time been intimately ac-
Fiainted with active labor; though now dressed
IN liner gar5 than that worn by mechanics.--
His dark eyes were deeply sot, and overhuns by
pair OF shaggy brows, which had already been
slightly frosted; bis forhead was broad bu, no,
high; retreating rather abruptly from the pro-
jec.ing brows, to a high crown which overlook
ed the whole structure. An unusual promi-
nence in the rear of each temple was partially
concealed by thick crop of dark, yet slightly
siivered locks. His features, though hard
were rather good looking yet like those Of his
companion, left all unpleasant impression on the
mind of the close observer. His mind appear.
cd entirely absorbed in the subject which then
engaged it, for his wife had finished her last cup
of coffee, and was quietly looking over the
morning papor. which he had apparently for i
gotten. At length raising his eyes to his com
panon, while his head still rested on his hand,
he enquired
'Rebecca, who i, that young man who ap-I
pears so attentive TO Louisa of late?'
Indeed canno: tell, you know as much "a
bout him as do: have not taken the trouble to
inquire his name
He must be a stranger in the city, for new.
er saw him till quite lately; ard to speak plain
do not like his looks said Mr.. Langley, (ior
that was the gentleman's name, while his con-
tracted brow, and firmly closed lips, indicated
the truth of this last remark.
Il have never thought enough about him, to-
observe him Closely said Mrs, Langley. For
what do yon suspect him?'
For being far superior to a poor bound girl
said Mr.. Langley, placing particular emphasis
on the three last words.
have no apprehension that u poor ignorant
girl like her will be likely to win the good gra.
css Of one much above her own station; yet
must acknowledge that her beauty has made me
feel rather suspicious at times; wish could
prevent her going out at all: but thought her
handsome features would not attract attention in
a shabby dress
There may possibly he stronger attraction
than mere looks, said Mr.. Langley, as he fix
ed his meaning gaze upon his wife, while she
opened her eyes as if new idea had crossed her
mind.
1T cannct be possible
There is scarcely anything impossible in
these days, replied the husband; but one thing
am determined on
And what is thaiY'
If Louisa marries at all, she shall have a
husband Of my own choosing. But wish you
to lose 10 time in ascertainiLg, if possible, who
this stranger is,' said he as he arose from the
table and left the room.
After he had gone, Mrs. Langley sat some
minutes in deep meditation; at length she arose
and hastily rang the bell. In few moments
the door opened ard young girl. not over sew
enteen years OF age, entered the room. Her
slender form was indeed faultless, although clad
in coarse frock, witt. the sleeves turned back
to the elbow; displaying an arm, which the
most delicate parlor ornament might be proud
20 exhibit. Her face at first sight might be
considered only good looking; yet oa closer
examination it was indeed handsome; but
shall no, attempt description, knowing my in.
ability to do justice to tho fair being before us.
And beside, the whole stock Of materials for
tlrt purpose, has been exhausted by others,
through several editions. so | should be rompel
led oorrow should l attempt it. Therefore
we will let the reader fancy, what she, or he,
think mo,. perfect in female lov'lin''', except