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CHAPTER v.

Two years had fed, and time from off
his heavy wing had scattered cares andjoys
alike upon the world. The sisters of
Washington Finley were established to
their hearts content. A fine house, French
furniture, magnificent carpets, splendid
carriages, and host Of servants were the
lot of both. They had occasionally heard
from their brother who had gone to
Paris. The Prima Donna had disap-
peared, and none knew whittier.
Within room gorgeously furnished
with all the luxures ofmodern art sat Mary
Washington's youngest sister, seated on
an armchair deeply interested in the con-
tents Of the last new novel. While thus
engaged the door glided back, and her
sister Alice entered the apartment.
"Ah, Mary, l have good news for you,
Wash, is coming home, and what do you
thinki He is going to bring with him a
Partisan wife.
With shug of the shoulders, which
plainly told Of indifference, his sister,
said
III hope it may be so, but then, he has
such queer notions Of pride, that ten
chances to one, if he does not introduce
wife, with whom we shall be ashamed to
associate"
"Ah Mary, l have you there" exclaimed
Alice. "Wash, has married perfect
angel: she is the star Of all the fashionable
circles Of Paris, and won the hearts Of
ALL"
"Well, IL You are no imissinformed as
regards her, she most certainly will be a
great acquisition to our society. She
must, indeed, be a woman Of high rank
to be admitted in such circles. What is
shei"
"Some say she is English, some cay
French, but only from herself can we be
sure of the fact. One thing is certain,
she possesses vocal powers Of unsurpassed
sweetness, and her singing has been pro-
nounced by tho best judges, unequalled.
Nobody knows when she was married,
after living in seclusion for year, the nap
py couple emerged from their retirement,
and mingled in all the gaities Of Paris.
@Well, we'll, in . few weeks from now
our curiosity viii be satisfied; she will
certainly be the fashioan; and am glad
that Wash has made such good match,
and escaped from the nseshes of that
opera singer"
"Yea so am ], and most fortunate
escape II waa.r
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TIME AND ErERNIrY-We step the
earth-we looked abroad over it, and it
looks immense-so does the sea. What
ages have men lived, and know but
small portion! They circumnavigate it
now with speed under which its vast
bulk shrinks. But let the astronomer
left up his glass and he learns to believe
in mass of matter, compared with which
this great globe itself becomes an impond-
erabls grain Of dust. And so to teach
us, walking along the road Of life year,
a day, an hour shall seem long. AS we
grow older, the time shorten; but when we
lift up our eyes to look beyond this earth,
our seventy years, and the few thousands
of years which have rolled over the hui
man race, vanish into point, for then we
are measuring Time with Eternity.
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N U M B Err "A
SUNNY Renhlug.
Flowers of Truth.

Business is the salt Of life
virtue grows under every weight inn
posed upon it.
Pride and folly cost many persons more
than their necessities.
Cowards die many times the valiant
taste Of death but once.
A quiet mind, like other blessings, is
more easily lost than gained.
Nothing SO much prevents our being ma
tural as the desire ofappearing so.
The evils we bring upon ourselves are
the hardest to be borne.
A habit Of sincerity in acknowledging
faults, is guard against committing them.
Nothing IS more easy than to do mis-
chief; othing more difficult than to suffer
without complaining.
We are too apt to mistake the echoings
of our own vanity for the admiration and
applause of the world.
The sweet light of friendship is like tho
light of PHOSPHORUS, seen plainly when
all around is dark.
Affection or love is what constitutes the
life Of every person, for whatever the af-
fection is, such is the whole man.
Generosity exercised towards bad man
is not charity, but the want of of it, and is
productive of more evil than good.
Love of praise dwells most in great and
heroic spirits and those who best deserve
it have generally the most exquisite relish
of it.
Worldly JOY is sunhower, which shuts
when the CLEAN Of prosperity is over
spiritual joy is IN evergreen, an unfading
plant.
A true man will never rust out. AS
long as he can thrive and breathe, he will
be doing something for himself, his neigh
bors, or his posterity.
In most cases it is not contempt, but
conventionality, that induces us to pass by
and ignore what it is not consistent with
good taste to know anything about.
The tears ofbeauty are like light clouds
floating over heaven of stars, bedimming
them for a moment that they may shine
with greater luster than before.
Let every man endeavor TO make all the
world moral by strict performance of his
duty to God and man, and the mighty
work of reformation will soon be accom-
plished.
Man should carry life like spirited fall
con i'll his hands, allowing it to mou mt into
the ether, and being able to call it back
again to earth, whenever it is necessary.
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Beauty Of Old Age.

BEAUTIFUL is old age-besutiful as the
slow dropping mellow Autumn of rich
glorious Summer. In the old man, nature
has fulfilled her work; she loads him with
her blessings: she fills him with the fruits
of a well spent life; and surrounded by his
children and his children's children, she
rocks him softly a way to grave, 70 which
he is followed with blessings. God forbid
we should not call it beautiful. 1t is beau.
tiful, but not the most beautiful. There is
another life, had rongh, and thorny, trod
den with bleeding feet and aching brow;
tho life Of which the cross is the symbol;
battle which no peace follows this side
the graveiwhich the grave gapes to finish,
before the victory is won; and-strange
that it should be so-this is the highest
life Of man. Look back along the great
names of history; there is none when life
has been other than this Westainiste-
ReViep.
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a Bl sssed Prospect.

The ties WHICH bind together family
who all have good christian hope, shall
never be dissolved. Death comes among
them, but we take the Bible in our hands,
and inscribe on their tombstone Pleasant
in life' and in eternity not divided One
after another falls, until the last Of the cir
Gle is carried to his long home, but the
grave cannot retain them. BY and by
the familyis to meet again--husbands nnd
wiyes--parents ard children---masters
and servants are one day TO ostand within
the gates Of the New Jerusalem, all wash
ed and sancti6ed. and justified in the name
Of the Lord Jesus, and BY the Spirit Of
our God,
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cHAPTER III.

CARRIE MORTIMER was now the centre
ofattraction. Butterflies of fashion throng
ed around her and sought to win her love,
but she beeded them not. Scbooled in
adyersity, she well knew upon what the
protestations Of such men were founded
and without giving offence she would dis
pose Of all such, in manner which al
lowed Of no further argument or objec-
tons. But there was one on whom she
looked with a favorable eye, though un-
consciously TO herself His devotedness,
his delicate attention, 80 opposite to those
OF her other admirers, had won her heart,
but as yet the words Of love were unspok-
en-. Washington Finley was ono every
way worthy Of the love Of q peerless crea-
ture Ike Carrie. Possesessed Of noble
heart, il was alwaye open to the unfortu-
nate, and none went away unassisted.
Having made the tour Of Europe, his
mind was stocked with valuable informa-
ton, and being in possession ofan income
sufficient fcf q competency, be had resolv-
ed to marry as soon a. be could meet
with one having such qualities a. to rem
der him happy. Though displaying
daughters, and manuvering mothers had
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6rltftr1 Galrs.
From The ". c. Weekly Post
CAR RE M OR I | NJ L r;
or,
Life's Vicissitudes.
DY FINLEY JOHNSON.
CHAPTER I.


MIDNIGIr. The ole clock from its ivy
covered tower, had sung the hour oftwclvc;
the far of distant hills caught the echoes;
and as the lingering notes died away, they
left train of sad and mournful Thoughts.
1t was an hour of rest All nature was
hushed in silence, and calmly reposing in
the arms Of slumber. The busy hum OF
the city was heard no more; the hardy la
borer had ceased his tolls, and all seemed
&C rest. All, no! there were at least two,
TO whose weary eyelids, sleep came not;
while others were wandering in the spirit
land of dreams, they felt keenly the bitter
pangs of misery and woe.
Within low and squallid room, the
furniture of which consisted of "a few brok-
enschairs, miserable bed of straw, and a
dilapidated sideboard; there was an aged
female, bowed down with poverty and dis
ease, and fair young girl, yet in the hey.
''if OF youth and innocence. Upon the
0< of straw, in the last agonies OF death,
f<f former lay; and, as groan. after groan
<tsped from her lips, the young girl would
t<nd over her, and watch every movement,
anticipate every wish, and anxiously gaze
upon her countenance. IL was painful
sight TO wituess the deep and untold agony
OF the maiden's mind; but yet, even amidst
the painfulness of the scene, it was holy,
= glorious sight, TO see the unwearied
walehfulness Of youth over the safierings
OF abe aged.
lie lamp of life was nearly extinguish-
ed death stood impa,iently waiting for
bis victim; in a few short moments, aud
che soul Of the sufferer woulI be borne
nps Yards to Him who gave it existence
SlA knew that she was dying--knew il by
tlk icy touch Of deaths cold fingers upon
hsf brow-knew it 10y the fainter throb-
ka q Of her heart, and by the growing
q which was gradually overpreading
eyes. There seemed to be q load up
her miEd--some burden Of which she
led TO be rid Of; fol often would she
gaze upon the pale young face Of the sill
ent watcher, and move her lips as il to re-
veal some important seeget.
at would be--better not TO-" she would
mutter and when asked, sNvhat Is Il,
motheriv she would shake her head mourn
fully, and answer, "Notbing, nothipg.n---
Finding at last, that but short time re-
mainod to her, sI,e raised herself upon
her arm, and IN trembling torres, said
Carrie"
Here am, dear fBother- ---what can
~ s. youw and eagerly rushing TO the
bedside, she stood as Il awaiting further
commands.
Mother" muttered the woman, 'moth-
er,--poor girl--and overcome by some
Inward emotion she fell backward upon
the bed
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CHAPTER ".

IT was night of triumph. Never be
fore had she shonc with such splendor, and
sang so sweetly.-Arrayed in simple
white dress, showing to advantage her
many charms, she appeared like an angel
Of light; and when her voice warbled
forth it's tones fof sweetness, showers of
boquets were strewed around her, and she
was borne offthc stage in triumph. Twas
her benefit night, and some said, her last
appearance, for having amassed sufficient
to make life comfortable, she was about
taking leave Of profession which necessi-
ty, rather than inclination, had forced up
on her.
The performances were over--the cur
tain had fallen-the audience had depart
ed--and eager with fond anticipations,
Washington Finley stood by the side Of
Carrie. In silence they wended their
way her heart was too full for speech,
and his, also, with thoughts Of his proba-
bic fate.
On entering her room, so tastefully, so
neatly decorated, ne threw himself upon
n chair, and seizing a book, sppeared
plunged in thought but suddenly closing
it, he sat by the side Of Carrie, and by q
delicate tact won her to speak of herself as
she had never done before, not of her ear
ly life, for that already was known 10
him but Of the influence of their scenes
upon her feelings and character. Noticing
q tear upon her cheek, he gazcd up
on her with undisguized tenderness and
said
"You tell me, Carrie, that you have
found friends everywhere, and yet you
ueep---you are sad"
@Think me not sngrateful," she repli-
ed; II have indeed found friends, but
they only demand my gratitude there
are stronger, hoIier affections which have
which no father or mother will ever call
forth"
"Nay, Carrie, talk not so; there are
those who love you far batter than you
are aware
y A glance from her fearful eyes, was the
only answer.
9 Carrie, am not happy there has
long been . vague reslessneas about me !;
I want an object TO icve--what shall il
b, Carrie r.
There was an unusual trernor in her
voice as she replied
a ] cannot--must not tell YOU"
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lover; "I can no longer hide from you my
feelings; in vain have wrestled with
them, they have proved themselves part
Of my existance. Nay, turn not away,
beloved-oh, how passionatey, devotediy
beloved! Life has now but one object
for me, one end to obtain-and that is
your love-for that will strive and hope
and as the departing sun imparts richer
glow to the sunset clouds, so shall my last
remaining hope impart its brillancy ere it
sinks to darkness and gloom. Tell me !
may not fear-that you will be my bride
whisper Of hope"
In making this passionate appeal, he
clasped Carrie in his arms and she, over
come by his emotions and her own for
getting all but her love, conscious only of
the bliss that she was beloved, she had in
the intoxication of the moment rested her
head upon his bosom. 1t was but for a
second; in the next, she struggled from
his arms, started to her feet, and sinking
in chair buried her face in her clasped
hands. Surprised and bewildered he rose
from his seat and drawing near to her said
in low, tremulous tones
"Dear Carrie, what means this you
do not refuse my proffered love-"
Removing her hands from her face, she
said, in tones expressive of sorrow
"Mr. Finley, oh, how could you speak
these words to me n
"Why not Carrie, they are from the
depths Of my heart. Are they then so
terrible to youi"
"Oh, Washington,"-it was the first
time she had so styled him and thrill
ofjoy darted through him, as the sweet
sound fell upon his ear-"Oh, Washington
they are, indeed, terrible words. God
knows how much love you, and they
must separate us forever. Think you that
| would become the wife of one, whose
connections looked upon me rs unworthy
the alliance? No! No."
"Carrie, my own dear Carrie, talk not
thus have l not right 20 act indepen-
dently OF all my relations am not per-
mitted to judge fer myselfl is our happi-
ness to be at the mercy Of othersl and as
he spoke he drew nearer to her side. No
Carrie" he continued, ave shall be happy
in spite of all opposition I; and rest assured
that when once united they will hail you
as my bride, openly and cheerfuly. Yes,
dearest, you shall be more-wc shall never
part-1 will never leave you" He clasp
ed her in his arms, and ovcrcomine her
feeble resistance, drew her again to his
bosom and pressed his lips to hers. Love
triumphed. One by one her objections
faded before his entreaties, and ere he
left, she had promised to be his own, hi.
beloved bride. They were to proceed tc
France, keeping their marriage secret
until a year had elapsed.
When Washington Finley sealed hi
vows with a holy kiss Of love, and receive,
hearts devotion in return; the SUNNI
Of his hopes was reached-he was happy
He returned home with joy throbbing a
his heart, and hope beaming in his eyes
Carrie loved him, and sustained by tha
assurance he could contend against tn
world Life was before hn-not life q
sickly pleasures, but Of joy and bliss I'm
told-a life to which the crowning jo
should be given by the love Of his own, de
voted Carrie.
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CHAPTER ii


IT is sad-yet experience proves it to
be true-that the unfortunate find few
friends. There are those who make great
pretence to philanthropy, who will bestow
a large sum for the purpose of clothing
the ragged vagabonds Of some foreign
empire, yet refuse to cast in their mite to
prevent from starving the poor Of their
own land-yea, Of their own vicinity.
Over the threshold of poverty few friends
seldom pass, and therefore, it was that,
Carrie, was neglected and forgotten.-
There were some who regarded her with
pity and with kindness; but others would
point the finger Of scorn, and apply the
insulting epithet Of "littlc Degger." But
she needed them not. Possessing n voice,
the sweet lingering tones Of which We're
like the warblings Of some sweet bird, she,
With her scanty means purchased second
hand guitar, and day after day would she
roam the streets, aud sweetly sing her
songs. AL, as they heard the witching
strains, freely opened their hearts as well
as purses. There was something so holy
in the meek expression Of her blue eyes
oo htaNCuiy Ht SWCtL
warblings, and something 80 attractive in
her modest department, that every heart
felt compassion for the orphan, and with
a willing hand relieved her wants. She
was now able to provide for herself, some
comforts Of life. Having rented small
room, in an obscure part Of the city, her
nights were spent in the cultivation Of her
mind, and the improvement Of her voice.
Brighter days were dawping.
One evening, when returning from her
wanderings, as she entered her room, she
fancied she heard groap. Her heart was
ever alive to the cries Of misery, and she
listened with anxiet-, so as to be able TO
ascertain from whence the groans proceed
ed. Again and again were they repeat
ed; and silently opening her door, she fol-
lowed the direction Of the sounds. After
ascending two pairs ofricketty stairs, she
stopped before an apartment from whence
the cries Of suffering came. Atfirst, hesi-
tating 10 enter, she stood 10 doubt; but
as heartrending groans broke upon her
ear, she could no longer hear them un-
moved, and pBshing open the door, enter
el the miserable room.
fhe scene which presented itself 70 the
sight Of the young girl, wss truly pitia.
bic. The appearance Of deep and untold
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Finley, yet all were in vain. His notions
ofaristocracy we're at variance with those of
his fastidious sisters, and great pains were
taken by them to onviDce him of his
folly.
"Why, Wash," said they, "a is it posi-
BILE that you escorted that opera singer
home last night Are you loosing your
senses 7"
II believe am in a sound state Of
mind, my dear sisters {; / did see Miss Nor
timer home last evening, and as entered
her quiet, pleasant little parlor, had
great inclination to make her your sister
in-law."
GOOD heavens, brother, how you do
talk, remember the difference between
your situations"
Difference" replied Wash, "why we
are all Americans, born free and equal,
with no distinctions, save that of good
and evil, the educated and the igno-
rant
"You forgot, brother, the principle
distinction between the rich and poor"
A distinction which should not be
noticed, and which in fact only exist in
the minds Of the low and ignorant. But
let us drop the subject, my mind on that
point is unwavering, and shall choose a
wife from that sphere which suits me-"
Night after night, found him at the
side of Carrie. Upon the altar of his
heart he had excited an idol, there to re-
main until the shrine upon which it rested
was crumbled or crushed. She had given
to him her devoted and holy love but
yet she was not happy. She knew that
his friends opposed him, and woman's
pride came to her relief She strove to
smother the fiery flames Of passion which
were consuming her; and to appear cold
and formal, while her heart yearned for
the rich return of his love. Such is wo-
man-her pride is stronger than her love
Though her heart breaks in the stru ggle,
and her hopes of love are wrecked, yet
pride sustains her until death ends the
contest.
Thus for n season did Carrie battle be-
tween the two conflicting emotions of love
and pride. On one side was enlisted all
the warm feelings Of her heart, her incli.
nation and her wishes while on the 9th.
er, pride, with all its train was arrayed
against her. The contest was long, ardu.
GUS, and fearful, yet decisive She resolved
to sacrifice happiness, bliss, yea every.
thing to satiate the cravings of her wo-
mans pride. The plaudits Of the world
fell unheedcd upon her ear--the praise,
lavished upon her were unnotifed. In the
channels Of her own heart she had trial,
and griefs Of which the world were igno
rant. She assumed n cold demcanor to
wards Finley, when in his presence, bu
when in the solitude of her own room
bitter tears would chase each other dow
her chccks--thcn it was, that love wa
triumphant, and pride was conquered.
The change in her department. was no
unnoticed BY her lover, and in vain he at
tempted to form some cause for It, an,
resolving in his own mind to probe tn
matter he tortured his brain to frame nj
excuse for her altered demeanor. Havin.
come to determination to offer his han,
and fortune to Carrie, he patiently waite
for the opportunity which the next nigh
would bring. His dearest hopes, his hap
piness, his all, was staked upon the al
tempt, and with throbbing heart h
resolved to stand the hazard Of the die.
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Z AYAsKEE Editor remarked in peiemieai
article, that though he would not call his op-
ponent q liar, ne nust cay, that II Ire gentle
man had intended to state what was utterly
false. he had been remarkably suseesshsl in
iis attempt.
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This excited hts naturally amorous dispc-
sition, aad as soon as an opportunity present.
cd, he nesiesed the yeang lady to his aide,
aad pointing with his knife to the lines, said {:
q Your pay Ia ready whenever you present
your bill
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AT late festival, pretty Miss waited on
an Editor with pic plate Of antique manu-
faeture, in the centre of which he espie& the
following interesting couplet:
aOne sweet kiss,
II the nriee of fhia y
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