Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1857-08-26

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Julia, saw Gus this morning, said Marry
Manvers to his wife about six monthsl after
Emily had left her fathers house in thelcity.
Did you, indeed, responded Mrs. ManSers,
in an agitated tone Where did you see him,
and how does he look
L saw him in the street, and followed him
into the St. Charles Exchanges He was, in
company with one of his boon IcompaniGns
was surprised not to see Wilnot With him;
but Brown just told me that they have quar-
relied. | hope such is the fact, Tor so long as
that hend has any influence, we need not hope
to reclaim him.
But how does he look?' again asked the
anxious sister. is there much sbgn of de-
bauchery about him I?
There is, Julia his clothes are soiled and
worn, and his limbs and teatures.so bloated
that | scarce knew him his soica, too, has
become harsh and hollow My God how [
felt as gazed upon him. Memory brought
me back to the many happy, innocent days
we had passed together; ] thought Of the
day on which we were married what joyous
bridegroom he was. But alas how differ
ent now. lspoke to him, but he turned from
me without answering. l saw an agonising
expression pass over his countenance. De.
pend upon it, Julia, there is hope'
God in his infinite mercy grant it. Dear
Emily, what an exemplary wife she has been,'
said Julia, tearfully. Try and see him again,
Harry, and beg of him to come and see me
will you dearest?
L will, Julia. I'll go at once to the st.
Charles, perhaps he is still there
God aid you, my dear husband. Oi if,
we can bring the truant back to the path of
love and honor. Go, Harry, l will not de.
tain you.'
Harry Manvers bent his stePs toward the
st. Charles. He bethought hin on the way
of looking in at Hewlett's,' another splendid
depository of ruin. AS he entsred the we'll
known bar-room, almost the fist person he
saw was the object of his search, leaning list
lessly against one of the columns, apparently
in deep and melancholy thought He hasti-
~ 0rew ne<Er tsgr0tJ
whispered: Gus, come with me; have
something to say to YOU
Vernon startled at the souId of the we'll
remembered voice, but withouta word placed
his arm within Manvers and quickly left the
hotel. AS they passed out George Wilmot
was going in he accosted Venom familiarlY
oh h, 10 IooI
| Vernon cast upon him a lookof Withering
scorn and said Vicious, heartlss debauchee,
your power is over; no more slall YOU boast
of your blasting influence ysur ridicule or
praise is now alike immaterhl to me. In
future dare not address me now forever
renounce you and your depraysd associates.
The mask has fallen-the fascination is over;
once more, thank Godl | am asree man.
So saying he walked erectefTfd free from
the corrupt and ruin making Ialace
Mistress, there's gentleman in the parler
who wishes to see you,' said Enily's servant
to her few days after the above scene.
Who is he, Rachel?'
He did not tell me his name, MISTRESS
said the servant evasively, while we'll
pleased grin illumined ner sablesountenance.
Emily looked into the parlor and saw a
noble looking man standing before her por-
trait. What causes her heart /, throb and
her cheek to turn pale? She sazes on hi m
without the power of moving. He suddenly
turns and their eyes meet-ahat glance is
enough.
Reader, we cannot describe the reconcilia-
; ton; our power of descriptions UNEQUAL to
the task. The pious and venerable parent
enters, he surveys the scene with moistened
eyes, and placing their hands together he
said with solemnity Augustus, l again en-
trust my treasure to your keeping, and con-
} scientiously say that feel greater confidence
now in your integrity and strength of mind
3 than when first gave her to you. For then,
t in consequence of hearing Of your college
pranks, | had my doubts; now, nv son, they
are all, thank Heaven removed. You have
passed the ordeal. In future we must wor-
, ship at the pure shrine of Temperance Moth
0 ing shall ever again tempt me to provide
Q any kind OF spirituous liquors for my house
hold or friends. Adieu forever to the fell
E destroyer.
g Little Edward was bfbegEsss .:.s. w ith
pride and affection the long estranged father
: gazed upon his beautiful boy, and mentally
vowed for his sake, and his angel mother S
. never again to do aught derogatory to man
t hood.
! The next day glorious reunion took
e place. Julia, Harry and their little son
! were early at Mr.. Granville's house ready tc
e receive the family, Mr.. G. having written the
!. day before that they would all be in town By
: two o o'clock. The coach stopped at the door
Mr.. Granville, Gus, Emily and the boy aligh
/. hope and happiness depicted on each coun
e tenance. Henry andJulia greet them will
# JOYOUS affection. All eyes are turned upor
= Emily. She seems to have acquired new life
: her ewes sparkle and cheeks glow with low
! and confidence. Never did she look NOR
: beautiful: for never before had she expert
y enced the gladness of heart that she now felt
" Her husbands recovered love acted lik
= magic on her physical frame. All aroun
, her is bright and hopeful.
7 Harry, can never be grateful enough t
!. Won said Vernon to his friend some month
~ after the reunion. Had 1t not been for you
II encouragement and my angel sisters,
- should not have dared to present myself I
Emily. as feared that my unkind condu1
had entirely estranged her love-
er sAYs right now, GUS responded Harr,
ut Thank God you have seen the folly of yol
III ur former course, / trust that you will new,
rs again weld to temptation. Forget if you ca
n. YOUR past follies, and above al things, Gu
50 avoid your old haunts and associates
le Do not suppose me such an imbecile as
Ter Ter place myself again in the way Of temptatio