Smyrna times., 1857-03-25

just returned, and, yielding to the persuasion
: of Colonel Lawrence, had started to the resi-
dsnce of Kate's uncle-who was appointe,
her guardian,-ahd which was also her home
AS we have given the reader an insight int
matters as they nots stood, we will accompany
Frank to the village, On entering Rosedale
he inquired of the hostler at the inn where hi
stopped, if he could not get board in some pri.
vate family for few days, and was told that a
widow lady by the name of Martin sometimes
took boarders, and was directed to pretty lit.
tie cottage almost hidden by roses and monthly
honey ckles,-aud, TO Franks delight, he
caught a glimpse of little stream of water, a
short distance beyond the house, which promis.
ed to give ample satisfaction, when he felt in
cllned for piscatory excursion.
Having left his horse at the inn, to be well
taken care o: until called for, and crossing the
hostler's hand with piece of money, much to
the latier's satisfaction, he proceeded to the
i house indicated. Knocking at the door. it was
opened by pleasant looking, middle4a ged lady,
] who politely invited him to enter.
| AS soon as Frank stated his business, she told
him she had room that was at his service:
"woud he like to see it!--though," it added she,
smiling, cit is very simple, and not at all such
as should suppose you are accustomed, FROM
your appearance"
" You need make no apologies, as all desire
is comfort, and that am satisfied shall enjoy,
from the appearance Of things in this ROOM"
said Frank, glancing, as he spoke, at the iurni.
ture and white window curtains, which were all
scrupulously clean; $50 will consider the room
as engaged, aad take possession at once"
Frank now gave his name, and, as Mrs. Mar
TIN said tea was nearly ready. he took a seat in
the little porch. lie was very pleased with the
turn affairs had taken, and congratulated him
self on having found such pleasant quarters,
and. for awhile, almost forgot the disagreeable
situation in which he was placed. say almost,
for he rarely forgot it entirely; however, he
resolved, that sooner than marry woman he
did not lovc-and he supposed he could neUer
love Kate Weston,-he would give up his fine
fortune, and depend on his own resources as
Jaw, and intended studying with an eminent
lawyer in Boston, soon as he returned home.
Mrs. Martin now came in with the announce
ment that tea was ready, and ushered him into
small room adjoining, where the table was
neatly set out with nice, fresh bread, little
print of golden butter, aud saucer excellent
honey; TO all of which, Frank did full Justice,
and told Mrs. NJ. she must possess some kind
magic, as he had dnever enjoyed meal so much
81 am glad it suits you," said she, pouring
him out another cup of coffee-the rich cream
mantling the surface. al would liked to have
prepared some Kind Of relish, but it was too late
when you came"
They soon rose from the table, and Mrs |
Martin, assisted by halfgrOwn grl,--the only
domestic she kept, soon cleared away the dishes
aud took them in u shed-room adjoining, which
served them for kitchen.
Mrs. Martin now invited our hero into the |
front-room, or parlor; and, as the evening was
considerably advanced, she asked him if he |
would not like to retire, as he must be fatigued
after his long ride; if SO, she would show him
his room ito which, Frank assented very will
tingly, as he wanted TO rise early to commence
his perambulatons. -.s'
'' You must call me in the morning, as am
afraid shall otherwise oversleep myself and
do not wish to keep breakfast waiting" .,.
i" SWELL, will send Nancy to your door with
your shuving- water, at six o'clock; we break
fast at halfpast six,-I suppose half an hour
will give you ample time to dress !" p"
He assured her 1t would, and bidding good
night, she left him |; and, as he was but few
minutes dsrobing, in short time his regular
breathing showed that he wss sleeping.
He was awakened next morning, by Nancy
tapping lightly at his. door and, for few min
utes be could not conceive where he was: the
whitewashed walls and plain but neat furniture,
were such contrast TO his own sumptuous
apartment; but his recollection soon returned,
and telling Nancy he, would be down directly,
arose, and eommenc d dressing Although
during his travels, and since that time, he had
kept valet, il was a pleasure to him to make.
his own toilette occasionally.
!. Looking through the window, he saw it was
a beautiful day; and, as he was now ready, he
descended into the little sitting-room, where
Mrs. Martin and a nice breakfast awaited him.
while they were eating, he asked Mrs. Mar
tin If she coold direct him TO any place where
he would meet with success in '' fishing. ~ p "
Aimsst anywhere along below here. This
ia not the season for trout, but some fine ones
are caught at any time just around that little
point there" said she, extending her arm in the
difection;' "bat, being anacquainled with the
place, rad you not better get sonlelboy in the
village u accompany yo1?'s 7''ih sd' ,o' sla'l
81 do not think il will be = necessary, as viii
try no. 10 rambIe too far off, said Frank, rising
from the table and looking at his watch, -
think will start now and, if YOU will put me