Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1851-08-28

creasing, and in fact he thought her fascina- |
so-and he was surprised when
he found her occupying so large share in
his thoughts. His visits at Broolsidc be-
came more and more frequent. IN truth,
he began to feel what he termed brotherly
affection for Helen; and his happiest mo-
ments were spent in lingering at her side, in
structtng her in her lessons, or listening to
her musical voice, as she sung some plain
tive song. This did not escape the notice
Of the villagers; but then they were con-
vinced that there was nothing in it, for Of
course he would not think of marrying
wash woman's daughter, when he could
have the daughter Of the wealthiest man in
the place. Rumors went so far as TO say
that he was engaged to Elvira Norton and
this was believed by many
Eighteen months had sped on times rapid
wing, since Clarance Summers arrival at
P, and duty now compelled him to re-
sign his situation in the academy, and re-
turn to his native place. 1t was sad part
ing with both scholars and teacher, for they
had all learned to regard him with affection.
Poor Helen Mead, how sad she looks,
said one ofthc girls. Mrs. Mead-although
she could but observe her as she tried TO
suppress the unwclcome tears that would
ever and anon spring to her eyes, as they
partook their evening meal-remaind silent
until the meal was concluded, and then re-
quested her to go TO the brook and dip the
piece Of cloth that was spread on the grass
to whiten. She complied with the request
with heavy heart for "a new train o
thoughts had arisen to her bosom. Was moi
the feeling she had been chcrishing in hel
bosom, under the name of friendship, some.
thing of more sacred nature? She felt tina
with Clarence Summers departure, ever,
ray Of hope and happiness would depart from
her, and bitter indeed were the reflection
of that moment. So absorbed was she tina
she did not notice the approach Of any one
till Clarancc Sumner stood before her.
Helen said he, i am to leave tomorrow
and could not Iorbear seeing you again
Time will not permit us 10 repeat the con
vcrsation that passed between them. Sutlic
it to say that they parted with evident salts
faction.
/ Girls, do YOU know that Helen Mead i
to be married tonight said Mary Beutol
5 several weeks after the departure of Clan
ence; and as | am to be the bridesmaid,
was requested 10 extend an invitation I
YOU
= Who is the fortunate man! Ii seems t
l me they've been mighty private, ! suppos
, he's some J0ck,coodSnedn, or something ,
that sort said Elyira, but | wouldn't mis-
e going to witness the nuptiaIs Of the bIushiu
h beauty for considerable
E i shall not reveal any secrets entrustc
to me, said Mary Benton; and the only wa
It to satisfy your curiosity, is 10 be sure an
:, come
= The little parlor at Brookside cottage W;
e tastefully adorned with wild flowers. ar
5 though It's furniture was simple, it presen
ed a pretty appearance. A group of an,
: ious faces were there waiting the appea
e ance of Helen
4? There they come, said Elvira Norton
e Hattie Stacy. ! heard the old ci0,c,
c dumping boots
At The door gently opened, and Iy.oa a.
c pcarld uttirod ina white muslin, with ic
wildwood buds peepins out from amid h
If sunny curls. She was leaning ON the ar
d of CIarancc Sumner, as doubtless alrca,
d promised.
ID There was quite rcyul>ion in El1ira
,s feelings, and never before did she so ful
i realize her own insiSniiicance; and as Il
l. remembrance of all her unkindncss to He
en- arose in her miud she wished herso
" any where but in her presence
The next morning, a fine carriage W
III seen leaving the residence OF the widow, co
re tanning the newly married pair; and Nj
u Mead waved a smiling adieu to her frlenc
SIS for she was about to find home with h
$ daughter. Besides, Mary Benton had {
a. ceptcd the invitation extended TO her to {
r, company them. As they passed the acoc
ed my, knots orboys were gathered on the en-
nence that overlooked the street, and to-
to ing their caps in the air, they gave TIN
es hearty cheers for the brooksde beauty
ed Much surprise was evinced on the
us turn ofNIary Benton to her native village
w hear that Clarence, instead of being portiC
er less, was heir to one of the richest estates
st the city ofC--.
ou Years have come and gone since then,