Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1852-1859, 1857-12-25

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ate for some time in silence, when the stranger
again requested a drink, and was cheerfully
supplied. Having satisfied his thirst, he arose
from his seat and spoke: "Amrad Muldilla,
said / not that Allah would reward thee as
thou most richly dost deserve, and so the pro-
mise is soon fulfilled. am not the poor pilgrim
/ seem, but q servant of our holy prophet, Mer-
derva, the commander of the genii. ! know
your charity, l heard your conversation but a
few hours ago with your unworthy companions
and l have resolved to reward your virtue
Here is a purse containing a thousand bizants;
it will enable you to live as you please, and
raise your head among the wealthy of the land.
Do with it as you please; it is all yours, and
should you want more it shall be supplied."-
The poor cObbler was amazed; he lost all power
of words; and the genii passed out of the door
and closed it after him ere he could realize the
truth of the scene, which had occurred. The
dropping of the heavy purse upon the floor
reused him to himself; and he rushed out to re-
turn his thanks to his muniicent benefactor-
but he was nowhere to be seen.
After parting from Amrad, Bahia and Mus
tapha pursued their way toward home, CONVEX
sing upon the singularity of their acquaintance,
and impeached the justice and benevolence of
God, becauseh he had not showered upon them
luxury and wealth. They walked on till it be-
came quiet dark, and had nearly reached the
western gate of the city when they met two
llGly apparently bAuNCllCISt huO ilulG1
and inquired the way to the nearest inn, where
they might find lodgings for the night. 1--WE
arc perfect strangers" said they, "and if you
well be kind enough to lead us where we may
abide for the night, you shall be both heartily
welcome to partake of our evening meal."-
This opportunity, so unlocked for and so graft
flying, to obtain n supply of food, was eagerly
seized; and they quickly accompanied their pro
missed entertainers to a n~eighboring mn. Here
after m half hour spent in preparation, n sub
.stantial supper was served up, and after n des-
sert corresponding to the hOmely fare which
had proceeded it, wine was introduced. After
remaining nearly an hour at the table, during
which all seemed to enjoy good humor, the
strangers arose., and remarkiug to their guests
that they were obliged to retire on account of
their fatigue, they requested them to make
themselves merry, as they would settle with
the innkeeper in the morning, and left the room.
Instead, however, of preparing to rest, one en-
gagged himself in earnest inquiry of those con-
nected with the place; and the other separated
from his companion and proceeded to the spot,
which had been the scene Of the meeting and
conversations of Amrad and his two friends
lie remained here but q short time, when the
aged parsonage, already presented to the read
ers, appeared before him, and after a commun-
ication of q few minutes length, they returned
together to the inn. The latter cautiously en-
tered, and seating himself quietly in one corner
ALLI " MulCllGl slllG dCIIOllS Vi lLlG EWO COlll-
rades. Bahia and Mustapha seemed determin-
ed to take full advantage of their present OPP
portunity for enjoyment. They sang, andjoked
and laughed and drank until you would have
thought them the happiest persons inthe world.
They kept up their revel until oil the dodgers
had retired, and all those who usually resorted
to the place had departed, except the one who
remained for the purpose of observing their
conduct, and who feigned to be engnged in con-
Stunning some meagre provisions, for which he
had called. Even their host had fallen asleep
upon his chair.
AS their mirth increased, and the effects of
their frequent potations became more manifest,
began to desire that Others should share their
happiness. "What q pity" said Bahia, as he
placed the glass which he had just emptied
upon the table, ''that some of our lucklesS COM
panions are not here to feast with us. 4 bum
per of this good wine would make them forget
the troubles and wants of n whole year,
THAT it would" responded Mustapha, sand
even our queer friend, Amrad Muldilla, would
abandon his odd notions after a draught of this
delicious beverage. But, come, come, brother,
this will not do to wish that those absent were
here to drink with us, while there is one close
by who would be glad to join u.s." As he thus
spoke, he approached the solitary individual,
and exclaimed;-"neighbor, you get on poorly
with your dry morscls; come, and join us in
doing honor to the merry wine.,' ''Willingly,"
was the reply, will / take a glass or two, to
which you so kindly invite me, after the truly
dry mOrsel on which, have Just supped."-
While drinking, he spoke of the rareness of
such an occasion as the present to those of their
condition lamented the treatment of the poor;
inveiShed against the ease and prodigality of
the rich; and did every thing to excite them
upon the subject of their peculiar grievances.
Having fully succeeded in this, and perceiving
that they were now in a state of inebriety, lie
said, My good friends, 1 have long regretted
that the toil of my fellow-laborers is not better
repaid, and have determined to allmy effort
to ensure them a juster reward. And my power
to do this, thanks to Allah! is much greater
than, from my appearance, you would be led to
suppose. A good genius knowing my merito-
rious desires has endued me with the power of
granting to every one, who may disinterestedly
treat with kindness myself or any whom 1 may
know, a single wish. Now us you, brothers,
have given me n favor, 1 will gladly exert the
powers ] possess for your advantage. Wish
now for any object, and you shall be In full
possession of it in less than twenty-four hours
from this time" Even through their intoxica-
tiOn, their surprise at this assertion was evil
dent. After waiting a moment for a reply, lie
asked, "Well, friend Bahia, whatdo you wish?"
81 wish" said he, hesitating, "a-a-chest of
gold pieces-20,000 bizants." "And l." cried
Mustapha, want a palace and splendid appa-
rel" "YOur wishes shall both be gratifed.-
You, BAHIA, will find the object of your desires