The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1852-07-07

His invention is now on the eve OF compile
ton, and he is firm in the hope of bein,
able to pay with interest all your benefits.
Mr.. l.. was greatly perplexed by this in
explicable conversation of bis clerk; bu
he concealed his feelings. and leaving Mr.
c. to believe he was man who did grea
deal of good in quiet way, went hmsel
to make an attempt TO explore the mystery
by visiting No %.
He found the Wards making prepara
tons to vacate the premises. 10 beau
tful girl with handkerchief over her head
who was carrying small articles of lurni
ture 10 the hall, he made known his wisl
to see Mr.. W..
This gentleman was engaged in packing
up his machinery; but soon coming ou
of his secret room, locking the door be-
hind him. he appeared before Mr.. L. As
these two individuals had never met, the
landlord was obliged to introduce himself
81 feel highly honored-I am thankful
for this new indication of Kindness" said
Mr.. W with emotion.
II understand" said Mr.. L., "that YOU
have been to work on an important me-
chanical invention"
"Yes sir, and am happy to inform you
that it is completely the model has gone
to Washington. have used all the mon
ey could scrape together to pay the ex.
pense of the patent right; but, sir. man.
ufacturing company are ready to nego.
tate with me for my machine. and in a
very short time shall be able to pay all
my debts"
Mr.. L.. had hitherto regarded his tenant
as visionary. He did not look like one;
he did not speak like one. The thought
struck Mr.. l.. that he might after all be
able to pay his debts.
81 have concluded that might as well
permit you to remain here short time
longer-although am myself pressed for
money! he said, with thoughtful air.
"My dear sir" exclaimed Mr.. w.. ."this
is favor had no right to expect, notwith.
standing all you have done for US; but
am sincerely grateful. We were going in
to a miserable house, where we did. not
anticipate residing more than two or three
weeks, or until can find my funds com.
ing in: and if we can remain here. you
shall be no loser by the operation. Your
deb, consider sacred; these many bene.
fits shall never be forgotten"
Benefits! am not aware that you are
much indebted to me- ----=----.--.---.-
"You are pleased to say so-but for two
quarters rent you gave me receipts in full,
relying upon my honor for payment at
some future time. have at no time doubt.
ed but that they came from you
Mr. l.. pressed his forehead with his
hand. After pause he said
"And why. may ask-why do you
give me credit
Excuse me for mentioning the subject"
said Mr.. w.. with emotion, "but although
you parted in anger from your sister,
"Sr" exclaimed Mr.. L., starting and
changing color.
"Her's was pardon able offence" said
Mr. w. She declined marrying the man
whom you chose for her husband. You
disowned her; you have never met her
since. And this was years ago. and
knew you could not cherish resentment so
long"
"My Gfod!'' cried Mr.. L.. what do you
mean! have heard nothing of her for
twenty years. | know not what has be.
come OF her."
Mr. w. fixed his eyes upon the landlord
N speechless astonishment.
sit is possble?" he murmured; "are
you seriousl"
Upon my soul! Ihave made inquiries
or Mary without success. have suppo.
'ed her dead!"
"Then these benefits have not been be.
slowed because"
"Sir, | know nothing Of what you say.
lie with suspense! you know anything
IF Mary. tell me what has become of her."
The tenants eye looked searchingly
and earnestly into athe landlords face;
hen taking him by the arm, he led him
and softly into another room.
There was a pale thin woman sitting in
IN arm chair. She started on seeing the
wo men enter and uttered faint cry of
surprise.
"My brother!'
"Mary!" grasped Mr.. L., "can it be my
'ister!"
"Your sister and my wife"
X x
An hour later Mr.. L. might have been
'een entering Charles BIS lodging. The
,oung man was at home. With surprise !
lie greeted his late employer The latter
vas apparently excited by the occurrence
,f some recent event.
young man." said he, 81 have learned
n what way you have used your salary
he past year.
"Sir!"
"You have compromised me; II do
'ot wish to blame you; but you should not
lave left the Ward family to suppose the
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