Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1841-1853, 1852-11-11
INDIANA STATE SENTINEL.
A story with a Moral.


named Fatoouiah whohad an only son Hassan, dstin-
sushed among the youth OF mis- age for beauty and
comeliness. His father who had been Shah Bandar oil
the merchants had left considerable property, so that
there seemed no necessity for him labor with bis
hands or TO trouble his mind with calculations and
cares and the other attendants the seekers alter
wealth. He took delight in naught but ldeness. III
ever he went to the bazaars II was not 10 sell opt to
purchase silks and brocades, to meet with young
geniuses like himself, with whom he planned excursions
to the gardens. For some time his mother did not IN.
terfere with his way of life; but day. having heard
sermon in mosque, which the delights OF science
were exalted she called her her, and begged Of
him. in his leisure hours, to apply his mind to the mas
terry Of some department OF knowledge: Hassan was
dulul by nature and she spoke knowingly, promised
10 comply with her wishes
On turning the matter over in his thoughts however,
the young man found that what he had undertake was
more difficult than he had imagined 1t Is, indeed, not
easy for who has never made any greater nIeecu-
al exertion than estimate the value OF an amber
mouthpece. even 70 choose an object oil study among
the various branches Of science. Should he become
philosopher, theoogan, moralist or an astrologerf
He debated the matter for long time ont would pro-
bably never have arrived any concusion had he not
remembered certain Sheikh Musaia, wise bat easy
going old gentleman, who used occasionally 10 JON
Young scapegraces in parties Of pleasure Tor tue sake
he said OF enarging his knowledge of manners and his
Hsssan went to this Sheikh and stated his case sThe
matter is easy" quOlh the old gentleman. Lady ia.
toonah gave thee the option of choosing amongst all
arts and sciences. Let me recommend thee 10 study
the art OF love"
Al this the Young man laughed, saying that he
willing. Bat where, he cried, " SHAH nnd
masterW
The Shekh modesty bent his eyes TO the ground
Behold an unworthy professor" ,r-fssrl
Hassan readily agreed 10 take lessons and made
handsome payment in advance the Sheikh, who said
10 him: .a-l-t
Receive my first instructions with willing ear.
Go forth into the Streets where there many peo
pie and walk slowly along with thy level with
Inv phrDg-
flying about their rests. rhon not fail in this way
to catch glimpse OF some beautiful young maiden,
who will be struck by thy bold and idle demeanor She
will probably wink at thee. In that case mark the
house and come to for second lesson" "a.
Hassan thought that this me de of studying was most
excellent and, accordingly, went forth and spent that
day and the next wandering about the streets. He saw
many swallows, against several old men, knocked
a lady of donkey and got still neck; but no beau
thul maiden winked at him. .f.as go
" Wallahw muttered he as he set out the third day,
these studies are less pleasant than imagined Un-
less good fortune come to-day, shall put myself IN the
hands Of professor Of theology"
He came about the lake Of the Elephant,
and being tired down upon bench to rest opposite
a small but handsome house. Whilst he sat- window
opposite opened, and face of marvellous beauty APP
peared The shaft of love transfixed him, as
the skewer Of the Kabob seller transxes his pellets Of
meat; and he remained gazing like one Just awakened
from sleep. until the lady, who of extreme youth,
suddenly taxing notice OF him, frowned black frown,
and closed her lattice with SIAM II as if the
and caused night TO succeed garish day Has
sans heart srank and his face darkened He remained
time waiting to if his lady would re-appear,
but sign of her again visible, he thought il
hest to repair TO the house of the Shiekh Mustaa and
ask his advice
This is the second Iesson quoth the love,
holding out his hand for supplementary fee, which he
knew would be now freely given. Return to the same
place the hour tomorrow, and myself
the bench. Be that The lady observed thee well
otherwise she would not have irowned. She will pro-
badly look at thee through the blind but il thou per-
severeSt. in day two she will show her face again.
as if by accident"
Hassan complied and the prophecy of bIustaia
proved On the third day, the young girl showed
herself, bat after little while, seeming to notice the
young for the first time, she frowned again. and
again closed the lattice with violence He ventured
hold up bis hands in suppcatng way, but there was
no answer from the house. Every window remained
mOtionless, and his keen chances could discover
whether any was looking at him from within.
The young man had entered upon this adventure in
spirit of fun. He found that his happiness
stake and began to repent of having quibbled
the promise given by him to his mother, the Lady
Fatoomah; There seemed no chance, even with the
assistance of his wise master that he could pos
the lovely maiden who had charmed his sight, and
yet, without her, life would be miserable, and death
blessing He pictured to himself the desoation of
who is separated for from the object Of his love
and the tears began 10 course down his cheeks. He
seemed awakened for the first time Of
the reality Of exstence and ne savoured its bitter
sweet taste looked back with regret the dream of
dleness in which he bad so long noated
He weat slowly and sadly 10 the house of the pro-
lessor whom he found smoking his pipe, and drinking
something which he called sherbet,
20. any master ne said this Is desperate case
and l am sick al heart" sa-a q -s.-sa
Has she not shown herseIf?"
She has; and that is the cause OF my sorrow Her
face was black night, aud her lrown killed me-"
.-Spooney," qnoth Mustafa +if she had laughed at
thee there would have been for despair;
bat dost thou think opene,h her window mere
" have the pleasure of ffownng astranger2 De-
pend upon it, her curiosity is excited Now listen to
me-nay, be prodigal of thy gold thou wilt have
need of and yet thank thee this is the way pro-
coed. Find some dellalah, or female broker, and
enlist her in thy cause. Let her 60 with wells, and
ornaments, and slippers, to that house and when she
Obtaineth admission if the lady wish buy, that
all is present 10 her from thee This do and Lie at
tanment Of thy wishes is at hand"
Hassan did as he desired; and the dellalah, on
the following day. penetrated into the house Of the
young lady. who living alone with several female
slaves, but her mistress Her name was Amneh
and her stature elegant as her face beautiful.
She looked the basket Of knickknacks and said:
These things prertv; bat have at present
money ia purchase them" E,u1tq
They are all paid for. o, lady, take Them" said
the deIlalah. 1850
What is the meaning Of thisl" exclaimed Amneh.
who in reality, perhaps, nndersto what was coming
The old woman began sniveilng. and told her pre-
pared story as how Hassan the most charming, |
Cairo that since had her, he had been
ed by the love of her and that If he not admitted
to an interview he wonld surely perish. When she had
concluded, Amnsb, who had listened very attentiveIy,
started up, crying 1aA ga
30, iIl-omened hag O, disgrace 60 old women! Is |
for this purpose thou hast hitherl May Allah
make thy heart nesO( vipers! Zarah, o, Zsrifeh,
o, Fatmeh, come hither" s.r
So saying, she capped her hands, and her servants
came and her command, they took the slippers Of |
the deaah and beat her herewith until she cried for
mercy, whilst they laughed and enjoyed the Joke. 4
When they tired, they tarned her out, throwing
her basket after her, and crying This Is the reward Of