The Democratic sentinel and Harrison County farmer. [volume] (Cadiz, Ohio) 1851-1852, 1851-08-06
From the New York Weekly Mirror.
TIE M PTATION
OR THE FIRST FALL.

EMILY anu were ScnOOl-mateS. wei. re
member her sweet disposition, and engagin,
manners, and though i have not seen her 70
years, am convinced that time has mad
no alteration in her department"
"She is really sweet girl" J" replied En-
ma, "and as good as she is pretty; and l un
derstand that Mr. Clarence is every wa
worthy such wife"
Such indeed was the case. Emily Walter
had given her hand to Henry Clarence. Sh
was The only daughter of wealthy and re
spectacle parents, who had spared no ex
Ipense to educate her. Naturally of mil,
amiable and forgiving spirit, she became al
object of affection to all who knew her.
Her talents, which were of the highest order
were rendered more attractive, by graceful
form, and beautiful and classic features
Young, handsome, and possessing mine
well stored with all those accomplishment
which make women so lovely, it was littl
wonder that Emily Walters was surrounded
by many admirers.
From amongst those who soughther hand
she had chosen Henry Clarence, who, lik
herself, was an only child. Perhaps ther
was natural sympathy between them o.
that account. Be that as it may. Henr
possessed noble and generous spirit Ma
ture had given him fine manly form, an
endowed him with well balanced mind
which by along course of study he had S
much improved, that at the time we ar
writing of, he had become the leading law
yer in the place.
Both the families looked forward with mucl
pleasure to the union, and great were tn
preparations made for the anticipated event
One clear bright evening, the merry sounc
of music was heard, in Mr.. Walters mansion
Carriages We're hurrying to and fro I
brilliant ligh streamed from the windows
and gay parties were enjoying themselve
within, Conspicuous among them, wer
Mr.. and Mrs Clarence. Many friends ha'
assembled that night, to see them married
and heartfelt We're the wishes of happines
they received, from the merry hearts arounc
them.
Time passed on, and the young coupl
found themselves installed, in beautiful
house of their own. Mr. Clarences busines
Increased, and everything seemed to prom
Use the young couple a happy commencement
| in life. But there was one thing which be
came source of great uncasiness to Mrs
Clarence. At the frequent parties whicl
they gave and attended, she noticed tina
her husband partook too freely of wine A
first she tried to take no notice of it; but a
length the flushed cheeks and too, the ami
mated tone of voice in which she spoke, be
came signs too certain to be mistaken Still
there was no difference in his department to
wards her. He was the same fond HUSBAND
and affectionate father, and when their littl
boy would climb on his kness, and she woulC
sit by his side, the same expressions of kint
regard, fell from his lips. Then she woult
strive to Danish all unpleasant thoughts from
her mind, and still love him as fondly al
ever.
"Where are you going in such hurry
Clarence" said a brother lawyer. "Can'
you stop few minutes and walk down tt
Wellford's? His mint julips are capital, ,anc
he has just received some prime brandy"
81 would, Forbes" " replied Clarence, "bu
it is near ten o'clock, and my wife won
know where l am gone"
"Ah, ha," laughed Forbes, 'Mrs. F. ha
got used to my being out late, but come
Clarence, let's go down. Freeland will b.
there, and we will have glorious time o
lit.
"Well, I'll co. said Clarence, "but
can't stay long"
Forbes drew his arm within his, and they
proceeded down - street to Wellfords
Waiter" said he, as they entered, ant
threw themselves on lounge, "bring us ;
bottle Of brandy"
1t was brought, and the various topics o
the day were discussed with much freedom
Several glasses were drank, and replenisheC
as often as emptied. At last Clarence ros'
to go home, when Freeland entered.
"Not going so soon, Mr., Clarence, Ihope,
said he, with bland smile
''No, you must not leave us yet" echoed
Forbes. "Mr. Freeland no doubt has beer
prevented from joining us before, by SOM
untoward circumstance, but here's to bette
keeping of his promises in future. Yol
won't object to drink that Clarence?"
Thus persuaded, he took his seat again a
the table. Various toasts and sentiment
were proposed, and responded to, till tn
loud song and coarse jest told too plainl,
that rum had done its work The churcl
bell struck 12 o'clock. The loud noise tha
proceeded from Wellford's attracted the at
tention Of policemen, who entered and or
dered it to be stopped, Perceiving where
came from, he proceeded to expostulate wit
them, but finding it ofno avail, he procure
assistance, and conveyed them to the polio
Office.
/ care you here Clarenccg' said the magis
tratc, to whom his position at the bar wa
Iwell-known. II should not have though
this of you.' -
Not wishing to commit him, he called
policeman and requested him to take hin
lhome.
4 But how passed the time with his poor wife
Tea was ready at the appointed time, bu
her husband came not, to fill his accustome
place at the table. It was DELAYED till sh
had given up all hopes Of his being home
and then put back untouched, Tt was wit
anxious feelings that Mrs Clarence took he
station at the window. Each step that rum
on the pavement, and every form thatpasse,
|seemed to herimagination 10 beher husband
lbut as often was she disappointed
nMa," said little Charley, won't Pa b
lat home to-night?"
/ ~ hope SO, my DEAR said Mrs Clarence