The Literary echo, and Pawcatuck advertiser. [volume] (Westerly, R.I.) 1851-1854, 1853-12-22

and implored him to use his influence
with his brother to stop the unrighteous
proceeding. William could not give
much encouragement, though his heart
ached for the unhappy man. 1t so hap
pened that Morgan passed from William
J--'s place Of business, as the broth
er entred. The two men had never
met; and the rich owner of Glenwood
did not know, by sight, the individual
whose farm he coveted
"Who is that mani" he inquired, in q
voice of surprise.
"Why do you ask"
"What ails him? His face was pale
as ashes, and his eyes wild like those OF
one in terror, or deranged."
"He is in great Distress"
"From what cause' Has he commit
ted a crime' Are the minions of justice
at his hecls;"
"No, he is a man of blameless life
not as careful as he should have been in
the management of his affairs. Upon a
sudden, he finds himself on the brink of
ruin. He thought to well Of his fellow
men" "
"a common fault" was the senten-
tious answer. "But what Of this man:
Something in his face has interested me.
Can | aid him in his troubles;"
eyes, brother, you can aid him, aud
at no loss to yourself. No loss, did |
say; Rather let me say, to your infinite
gain"
"What do you mean Infinite gain!
You make use of a very strong word,
William"
81 do; yet, with full appreciation of
its meaning. Every thing gained TO
true happiness, is an infinite gain. Be-
lieve me, there are few sources Of human
pleasure so lasting as the memory of Il
good deed What we seek, with only
selfish regard to our own enjoyment,
looses its charm with possession. This
is the lifc-experieDce Of every one. But
the benefits we confer upon others, bless
us in a perpetual remembrance Of the
delight we have created. "
Only dim perception of what this
ment, dawned upon the mind Of Edward.
Yet few rays Of light streamed in upon
his moral darkness.
L" The blessing of a good deed, broth
er Edward said William, speaking with
of enthusiasm in his manner
"did you ever think what depth of
meaning was in the words /? Generous,
noble, unselfsh actions are like perren-
ial springs, sending forth sweet and fer
tilizing waters. How much they lose,
who, having the power to do good, lack
the generous impulse"
"All very well, and very true, no
doubt" said the rich brother, with a
slight air of impatiencc. "But you
havn't yet told me of the individual in
whose case you desire to interest me"
ellis name is Morgan" was answered.
"Morgan ~ an instant change was
visible in Edward j. His face flush
ed; his brow contracted, and his eyes
grew stern.
"Remember, my BROTHER" said Will
am, in calm, but earnest and affection
lte voice, "that God has bestowed upon
you, of this worlds goods, more than
sufficient to supply all your real wants;
while to this poor man He has given
What barely suffices, with care and Ia
Dor, to supply food, raiment, and a hum
Die home for his wife and little ones.
You have "nocks and herds'-do not
axe his "little eve lamb" Remember
David and the prophet Nathan"
"Good morning! !" said Edward, turn
ng off, suddenly, and leaving his broth
If. What conflict in the rich mans
mind did this incident and conversation
rouse. The white, terrified face of
'oor Morgan, haunted him like spec
re; and not less troublesome were the
warming words and suggestions OF his
.insman. On the afternoon of that day,
e was to have met his legal adviser,
nd given further instructions for the
prosecution of the case against Morgan.
But Aldridge waited for his appearance
n vain. Evening found him restless,
Unhappy, and in very undecided state
f mind. He was sitting, mOOdily, with !