The Hillsdale standard. [volume] (Hillsdale, Mich.) 1851-1909, 1854-04-25

ooh, Mrs. Elmont.' continued Garry, 'imag-
inc my happiness, yes; 1t was indeed happy
hour. Our souls together held sweet COM
munion with one Savior, and when before had
been enacted many heart-rendlng scene, was
now the place of sacred converts with God
The next morning bid adou to home and
MOTHER to live with strangers, did not return
again until nearly year and half had eaps-
cd, at which time l received letter, which
babe me return instantly, as my mother was
dangerously i'll For two long weeks, watch
ed with the most unwearied attention by her
side, when although it seemed like miracle,
her disease turned and the physician pro-
nounced her out of danger. OH what joy those
words brought 10 my heart. But it required
the best of care to bring her back from the
brink of the grave
"Twas evening. The moon rolled on its ST.
lent course, in all tho beauty of greatness
The stars looked mischievously down from
their hidden coverts, and all without seemed
happy. The clock had just struck twelve
When had done all for Mother that was re-
quired that night, and she had sank into gen.
tie sleep, which hoped might last till morning,
| took my sewing (for was obliged to work
while she slept,) and sat down by the flicker
ing lamp. There was naught to disturb my
meditations, and they knew not why, were
was thinking Of my father. All at once. tho
thought, why could he not be saved? flashed
across my mind. My work dropped Try it,
try il, resounded in my ears. Throwing my
self on my knees, l, with many tears, besought
wisdom and assistance from above. L arose
with firm resolution TO do what l could,
though that little should provo vain. Throw
ing on a bonnet, emerged into tho street, and
bent my steps towards the tavern. What was
to do when reached it: A little girl not
yet thirteen; | knew not, | cared not, if my
purpose was only accomplished. AS reached
the door, heard the sound of many voices,
and such horrid blasphemy os never heard
before fall upon my ear. For moment
stood irresoute, il was however but moment.
opened tho door and entered, Oh! what a
scene was presented to my view. But permit
me to pass over it. for the thoughts of il ava
ken all the horror then felt. 1t was too late
to retrace my steps, neither did | feel so in
clined. My purpose was too firm to be cas-
lily shaken. My sudden entrance, seemed
to surprise the degraded beings before me.
and for q moment stopped their carousal. l
saw this was the time to act and improved it
well. Rushing to my father and clasping his
hands in mine, fell upon my knees and rails
ing my eyes to heaven, cried in clear voice,
though with much emotion, Oh Godl save, Oil
save, Oh! do save my father Remaining still
in kneeng position, besought him with all
the energy l could command, with prayers and
tears, 10 leave that place then and forever to
return with mo, and make our homo once more
happy ono. Then rising threw myself at
the feet of the landlord, and entreated, by
all that was dear to him, by his hope of ever
lasting happiness, by tho Great God who was
waiting for his answer. never to sell my faith
or another drop of liquor of any kind, lifting
mo to my feet, and raising one hand to heaven.
he said, in voice scarcely audible, While
God and the angels listen. solcmnly promise,
mover to sell another drop of liquor to any man
woman or child.' Obi how those few words
| lightened the load in my heart. Not word
disturbed the solomnity of tho scone. Step
ping forward, ho took my fathers hand, and
leading him 10 the door, gave it TO mo saying,
Lead him homo, and may God help you Ar
irving at the house, he threw himself on the
floor knew not whether to reflect or Sleep
But for me what az eventful night! L could
not sleep, but spent tho remainder in prayer
and thanksgiving. As soon as day light dawn.
ed, he arose and left tho house. Not q word
was spoken, you may imagine tho anxiety felt
for his return. Bot bright hopes burned in
my bosom, and | could anticipate naught but
| happiness. But was not idle, arranged ov-
cry thing in the neatest manner, and prepared
our humble meal with the utmost care. Then
as mother had awaken, / went to attend to her,
propped her up in the bed. arranged her hair,
&c, &c, carefully conceaing every event of the
night before. Hours passed on, although they
seemed like weeks to me. The clock struck
nine heard step. The door opened, and
my father entered. His bright smile told mo
what l had so longed to know. Arising, l
reached forth my hand, which ne took and
STOPPING down kissed mo, then placing paper
| in my hand, said in low voice, Give this to
your mother, love, and tell her if she can for
give my faults, we will still be happy. Lead
ing him to the bedside, handed mother the
paper, who received it with astonishment. 1t
was temperance pledge. The next moment
those two so longed estranged, were casped
in each others arms. Tho cause of this was
related to mother, and together we murmured
thanks for such happiness The rest is soon
told. The Landlords sign was taken down
and, mo liquor sold hcre,' substituted. My
father resumed his trade, customers hocked
around him, better house was found. mothers
health improved, was placed at school, and
happiness took tho place of misery. Some
time ago father read letter from an old friend,
who has long resided here, and who offered
him q place in his clothing store, which was
accepted. aud three weeks ago we arrived,
and are doing well. But continued she, throw
ing her arms around Mrs. Elmonts neck, 'all
my happiness 1 shall justly attribute, under
God, to you, my faithful friend and teacher.