Litchfield enquirer. [volume] (Litchfield, Conn.) 1829-current, 1851-05-29

he stayed on his first arrival at St. Hell
ena, was "Amphytrion;" his cousin, the
Major, who was about six feet high, was
called "the giant Sir George Cock
burn was designated as "Mr. Admiral"
when the Emperor was pleased, but when
he had cause for complaint, his only til
tie was "the Shark"
Some days after his visit at the cot
tage, Napoleon said, when dressing, that
be should return to his pupil and perform
his promise. He found the young girl
at home; she had learned since his alb"
sence the name of her benefactor; and
much moved, not so much by his past
grandeur as by his recent calamities, en-
treated him to accept the hospitality of
her humble cottage. She then brought
him figs and water from the spring Of
the river valley.
"Sire,' said she to Napoleon, "1 have
waited at home for you since you were
last here, and have consequently not been
able to procure wine for you. as your
bounty will now enable me to do
"And if you had.'' said the Emperor,
81 should have scolded you well. When
/ come to see you I wish nothing better
than this water, which. ais-exselAlcnJ. On
lhis sseHdrioh, am but an old soldier,
as your father was, and the soldier who
is not satisfied with figs and water. is no
soldier at sl.''
From that day Napoleon did not visit
the valley without calling at the cottage
of Henrietta. On these occasions, she
presented Hmm with a magnificent bou-
quet. especially prepared for him, and
after friendly chat with her he would
continue his ride. Familiarity discussing
with those who accompanied him on the
great and excellent qualities which this
young English girl possessed. In the
following year Napoleon began to suffer
from the attacks Of the malady which af>
forwards proved fatal. Henrietta not re-
ceiving visits from her benefactor, went
to inquire after his health and after ha.
wing left the customary bouquet with one
of his attendants, returned home very
disconsolate.
One fine day shortly afterwards, as
she was sitting in her garden, she heard
the sound of an approaching carriage,
and running quickly to the gate she found
herself in the presence of Napoleon. AS
soon as she beheld him, her face assumed
an expression of great sadness.
You find me much changed, do you
not, my child 7" said he in faint voice.
/" "Yes, sire. l do indeed but / hope
that you willsa0n beaas:ored to hesirl. "
IL much doubt it" said he, shrug.
ging his shoulders with an air of incredu-
lity. Nevertheless, I much wished to
pay you a visit to-day, to see you and
your flowers again."
He then slowly descended from tie
carriage. and leaning on the arm of Der.
trand, he reached the cottage. When he
was seated, he observed,
Give me a cup of water from the
spring, my dear Henrietta that will per-
haps cool the fever which consumes me
here" (laying bis hand on his side.)
Thanks !! thnaks f! my dear friend
said he, "this water has eased my sui.
fering little. If had taken it sooner,
perhaps =" added he. raising his
eyes to heaven -" but now it's too late. 4"
Ah!' replied Henrietta, affecting a
gaiety Of manner, I am SO happy that
this water does you good. I will bring
you some every day; it will perhaps cure
YOU"
No. my dear child. it will be useles.
now--all 10 over. l fear this will be Tho
last visit l shall make you. There is
settled grief here, which is consuming
me. (the Emperor touched his side) anc
as may never see you again. 1 wish tc
leave you souvenir of me. What shall
l give you?"
AT these words the young girl could
contain herself no longer, but bursting
into heartfelt tears, Tell at the feet Of tho
Emperor, crying
"Your blessing, sire!''
Napoleon rose and blessed her with
becoming gravity; for he always had re-
spect for the creed of others. From that
day Henrietta did not fail to visit Long.
wood regularly. She carried water from
the spring. and her customary bouquet,
but always returned disconsolase: for
each day she received the most alarming
accounts Of the health of the Emperor.
At the commencement of May, 1921,
when the sun shone more brightly than
usual, Henrietta was informed that the
Emperor was much better-that his rea-
son was restored. She arrived at Long.
wood. but alas tho reality was the re-
verse Of her hopes. She found every
one in CONSERVATION. This time, fearing
he was dying. and wishing to see him
once again, she desired to be admitted TO
bis presence. She was told he was too
i'll. and that 1t was impossible. Her sup
plications AMI entreaties prevailed and
she was admitted TO his chamber.
1t was at the moment Napoleon. sur.
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