Semi-weekly standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1853-18??, 1857-09-26
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a.MEssas. EDfroRs: Haxjsg besnsto Mays Head,
ssd whiled away fev days of snnny pleasuse" at
tsat salubsious wateriag place have thought that
! sketch ofthef" acts and dongs ofs people, whose
ancestors are not unknown to fame might not De
wholly uninteresting or unacceptable to many OF
your readers. I purpose, therefore,. -ensconccd N
nv studio-to survey the feeting shadowy thoughts
that swept athwart the brain, ever and anon the
soft whispers of love stole across the threshold OF
nv heart. A glance at the map will readily
inform your readers that Mays Head is situs-
ted on q narrow strip of land, not more than
three.quarters of mile wide, dashed by the ocean
on the one side and gently aved by the swes of the
Albemare on the other 1t derives its historic in
terest from the fact that it was near this spot-now
closed by the ever.shfting sands, strange freak IN
na.ure-that the Pilgrim Fathers Qor such they
were) entered waters and made the first settle
ment on Roanoke Island. The remains OF the old
fort where Lanes feeble colony were butchered is
still to be seen, and where the first white child
drew its breath on American SOIL Interspersed, as
it is with clusters of beautiful evergreens, GROWING
its swelling elevation, and wishing from pinnacle
rendered famous by lovers retreat, hard by en-
gagement hill" to witness from its elimination the
ocean into tempest tossed, fit emblem of that
wild despair that sometimes lovers feel-with .
friend rode to the spot. Upon bleak emnence,
far above the din of the throng that swept along the
shore, stood Ocean. chafed into fury, dashed at
my feet its ever-rol!ing, heaving mass of waters-
Seating myself upon the brow of Natures vast am
phiteatre my thoughts, despite of me, ran back to
the time when perhaps on this very spot, two hum
bred years ago. chivalrous ancestors might have
stood surveying that clement "over which man has
no CONTROL" and counting the dangers of disas-
trous voyage-hailed with emotions of proud salts
faction the smooth, placid sea that lay stretched
out Just beyond them. Far in the distance, beyond
the ken Of mortal eye vast forests lay in undisturb
ed beauty, sleeping in natures sunny smiles. Col
den dreams, visions such as poets never saw quiet
ly touched fancy's wings; and they, doubtless be-
held in imagination St. Icons rejuvenating spring,
murmuring its limpid way over priceless jewels
But nature, which seems delighted to cast sha
dows over our thoughts, shut the goal and those
bright visions were doomed to sad disappointment.
Finding my thoughts growing melancholy just
at this moment remembering promise had made
to a soft fair friend whom shall call the beautiful
and accomplished Miss Isolena, whose soft, sweet
whispers sweeter than the oceans dirge-I re-
turned to win, perchance, smile from my fair
friend.
Now, dear Editors do not suppose that intend
to grow sentimental, though in spite Of me, may
grow invidious. Were you ever in love? But why
ask Editor? You who have SO often kneeled at
the shrine of beauty, and felt the witchery of its
power. She came she saw, she conquered. My
heart felt the magic of her liquid expressive eye,
and bowed-such is the frailty of my nature-I own
it, to the graces Of a soul born but to win.
The saloon on the night of -, was lit up with,
perhaps, the most brilliant display of feminine beau
the regions around about, in the pride and pomp Of
circumstance, stood congregated in the hall of fash
ion and the soustirring music foated softly on the
rich, balmy air. 1t this evening-memora
ble not in history, but in my hearts own fond re-
colection-that the lovely, charming and graceful
stately pride. By her side stood the talented, hand
some and gallant Judge -, who came from the
sunshine of his far Southern home to Join his friends
in the good Old North State and spend few months
with them. Amid the throng this handsome pair
moved, the "observed of all observers" A friend
at my elbow is happy to learn that the Judge is a
married gentleman.
just over the left, noticed SOFT blue-eyed soul,
winning by the gracefulness of her movements many
hearts Shall name her? She is the pride and
flower of -, and at her shrine many lover
has knelt in vain.
NV attention was directed to a lady whose dark,
black eyes but too we'll told that she need not
"stoop to conquer" She, was informed, was
very dear friend of the accomplished Miss Isolena.
l shall call her Miss Lila Dale From what could
learn from the friends ofthis lady, should judge her
to be almost neutrality-suspicious. an angel from the
abodes of bliss-a star to illuminate this low world
of ours Judging from appearances she won many
hearts. A very valued, though susceptible, friend
of mine was much taken with this accomplished
--, and by shook or by crook" managed to be
honored with an introduction to her. A beautiful
evening, when the sun was about to leave the world
to darkness and retire to rest, my friend and his
newly-formed acquaintance. by mutual consent,
strolied to the top of Engagement HILL" My
friend, much in love at first sight, grew sentiment
tai, talked good deal about love and poetry, and
the ocean, and how he would like to marry and
live by the side. He thought there was quite
congeniality Of feeling between Miss Dale and
himself; ending with, Miss D., would you marry
me9" Calm as summer lake she replied, Mr..
--, am surprised at you. Would you like to
know my sentiments on love and marriage? be.
lieve love to be all humbug the idea of marrying
for love is quite out of fashion; men marry nova.
days for pecuniary GAIN and this satisfied her that
there was little no happiness in the married state
when men marry from such motives. "For my
part" continued she, "there is no man earth
would marry. love the ocean with its foam-crest.
ed waves better than any man ever saw" They
returned My friend was very melancholy the en-
tire evening, and left by the next boat
AS watering place Nays Head is growing more
and more in public favor. The present proprietor
is gentleman who understands how to cater to
public appetite and win the good will of his guests.
He has superintendent who discharge their duty
with promptness and accuracy, and greatly to the
satisfaction of the visitors 1t has been we'll item
ded this ,eason-the hotel having been filled to over
flowing More ample preparations will be made du-
ring the winter and by the return of another season
there can be accommodated almost any number of
visitors
There is every reason why the people of North
Carolina should encourage Nays Head
Situated near the ocean, the surf bathing can be
enjoyed to the hearts content while the scenery is
unsurpassed. The towering sand hills as they re-
pose in silent sublimty, lend additional attractions
to the lover of the beautiful in nature and the fresh
water ponds, within one hundred yards of the
ocean, will afford food for thought and reflection by
those who love to pry into the mysteries of nature
It is earnestly hoped that the people Of Western
Carolina will encourage Nags Head. 1t has been
attended this summer beyond the expectations of