New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1852-06-30

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From the Philadephia Evening Bulletin.
THE VILLAGE BEAUTY; or, Brothers. Revenge
BY j. II. FIELD
ga lovely face by Heaven!' exclaimed
Frank Linton, young man about twenty five
to his companion James Howard, who was, per-
haps. his senior by three years.
sEDo you think SO - was the curt reply of
Howard-as he was familiarly called by his
friend while at the same time slight smile
such smile, dear reader, at once so full of mys-
terry and hidden meaning-fitted across his
beautiful, but manly features; unnoticed, how
ever, by Frank
But before proceeding farther, indulgent
reader, allow me to give you slight introduc-
tion to those two persons whom | have intruded
| upon your notice. The former. Frank Linton,
was gay-almost to wildness-young fellow,
upon whose truly handsome face was written
the true index of his mind; a mind that had
| never yet known care or SORROW. His face, as |
have already remarked, was beautiful-effem-
inately so. He was rather above the medium
stature of men, but possessed an easy carriage,
| that displayed his fine figure to the best advan-
| tage. He was the only son of a NewYork mer-
chant, whose greatest merit was his immense
| wealth. He had never lavished it profusely
upon Frank, however, who had just completed
his studies at a Philadelphia Medical College
not that he ever intended to practce-no, no
he was eminently above that. But in this age,
it is necessary that every creditable man should
| have some profession, though it serves only as q
matter Of convenience.
| James Howard, like Frank Linton, was also a
son of a NewYork merchant. They had been
companions from early boyhood up to the time
when we first noticed them. They were college
chums'' together, and were warm friends for
ever. As far as their figures were concerned,
you could not tell them apart but upon a casu-
| al glance at their faces, you would instantly
perceive q marked difference. While the face
of Frank was afectionately handsome, that Of
| Bownrd ,obly 80, there was IL l'Jfty look in
| his proud eye, that bespoke at once the wealth
of great mind, and firm, unshaken purpose.
| Franks countenance was ever light and Joy
Gus; that of Howard was oftener expressive of
| touching sadness. His friend had often noticed
the mystery. He had witnessed the sorrow OF
his friend Howard, and implored him to share
| it between them.
ssMy more than BROTHER he would say,
''what can do to merit your entire confidence
as to the cause of your grief' / have ever
shared your hospitality, and partook freely OF
your generous confidence in everything save
| lnlS llen refuse ue no 1oHSSI, put Iel I1e De
your comforter and consoler. Come now," ad-
ded he in liveler tone, g will be your father
contessor,' ha, ha what capital idea; this
chair shall be the contesional!'" Then with
assumed gravity he would add, come, my son,
confess thy sins But the only answer he had
ever obtained, was a mournful shake of the
head. We will now go back to the commence
ment of our story.
ssDo l think so'" said Frank, in tone OF
| t,,o ,l,r
ference, 9: :Egad, but | do, though Why she
has form like a sylph-a face like alabaster-
eyes more beautiful than that of the gazelle-
and lips more invitingly luscious than the rich
est fruit Of the tropics!'
"What sublime burst of enthusiasm'' re-
marked his friend, with that same cold, quiet
and undefnable smile.
But begun Frank, without needing his
friends remark, chow much would | not give
to meet again that short, sweet glance of hers
that melting look of resignation, so full of touch.
ing sadness, and
''Sadness! touching sadness" queried How
ard, his manner suddenly changing as he griped
the arm of Frank in his nervous clutch, tell
me truly, Frank, did you see remote sign OF
indication Of sadness in the countenance of the
proud and peerless Bella Sunderland?''
Bella Sunderland!'' rejoined Frank, 'syou
know her then-and we'll might you call her
how long have you known her? Egad,' con-
tnued he, but you've disappointed me in my
anticipation Of introducing you to the belle o.
the village
"Then you, too, are acquainted with her -
asked Howard, having hastily recovered his
composure.
s'Ha, ha do you think Frank Linton woulo
rusticate for three long months in a country vii
lagc and not get acquainted with the acknow,
! lnI, op1 oI Of hot
reigns supreme over the hearts of all the mer
that bask in her presence:
ss But continued lie. in q altered tone, ssnt
one can boast superior claim to another; sht
has no preference. Egad, I'm half in love witt
her myself; but, hang me, if | can make thu
slightest impression upon the impregnable for
tress of her heart. But, now inform me, my
friend, for I'm dying with impatience to learl
where and how you became acquainted will
herr
"The first question: said Howard, '' / vii
answer. 1t was at a party at the residence 0
her father, near Lilac Grove, about two year
since. But before proceeding farther, allow m
to ask you, Frank, if what you said concernin
, q sadness in her manner was correct, and if SO
how long has she been thus: For twas not al
ways like this
$50 am informed by those who have know
!, her many years. remarked Frank. 81 an
the most joyous of the joyful-but an unaccount
able change has taken place, and she is now re
markable more for her sadness, than any thin!
else. Indeed, have more than once, in m
short acquaintance with her, surprised her i
tears, and, to tell you the truth, / have foun
! myself in a fit condition to follow suit; seein
which, she would control her emotions of sorrow
and smile upon me. Heavens didn't she loo
angelic when smiling through her tears' But
why that heavy sigh, my dear friend ;" con
tinued Frank. 'Egad, I'm thinking there
more mystery here than you care about explain
ing to one who, it seems is not worthy of you
confidence he remarked in a reproachful ton'
, his feelings evidently much wounded.
''And why not worthy of my confidence
Frank ," asked Howard; and then he quickl
F. added as he embraced him, let us be, as here
tofore, friends; let me convince you of the est
) nation in which hold you, by imparting
you every circumstance connected with N
d knowledge of the beautiful Bella Sunderland