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Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1858-01-29
CHAPTER Ii.


Nearly six months had passed away, and
Howard Evans was still boarding at the
country seat of Mr. Clayvile The father
appeared to admire the school master more
and more as the weeks flew by. His soci-
ETY. seemed to give the old gentleman mich
pleasure, and the long evenings were spent in
solving some difficult problems, or transpir
ing and obscure sentence, from foreign
4 language--for the new teacher was tho
roughly versedin classical literature or en-
gagged in The lighter amusement of playing
chess.
Hs was also fast getting initiated in the
good graces of the daughter; for true re-
fnement will ever find its way into every
heart.
/ Ellen was better pleased with him the
more she saw of him, until his absence seem
ed to create an apparent void in the little fam
/ lily circle. Whether it was to follow the
example of her father in thus loving How
ard Evons, nr merely to cheer his louely hours
we cannot tell, perhaps neither.
We only know that she often walked a
part of the way to meet him as he returned
at night from school, and then he always
/ happened to have choice boquet, or ev
cen NiCOllls " N cay Z III lAS pldtS VI
dark hair.
at such times he always met her with a
cordial smile, and talked So pleasantly to her,
that she could not help loving him, inde ed,
she would have considered it great privi-
T lege to have exchanged the quiet OF her
/ home for the noise and bustle of the school
room.
And Howard noticed with pleasure, that
i her countenance was always delighted when
he proposed a ramble far away down the
/ sloping lawn or quiet stroll through the gar
den. She would unhesitaiingly take the prof.
fered arm, aud walk beside her friend in the
/ full enjoyment of the hour.
At the foot OF the lawn they would lis
ten to the nurmur of the stream and ex-
press a deeper meaning BY silence, than
they could by words. In the arbor they
would enjoy the bliss of an interchange of
i feeling closely allied to that deep and earnest
love.
Howard would gather flowers for her and
form them into a book of sincere love. while
each bud was leaf, On which was written
the words of indelIibe affection.
Still at such times he was not acting the
sickly sentimentalist. What he felt, he
communicated to her; and IN return he re-
ceived the unlisyused state OF her feel
ings.
And they were both surprised at the har-
rnony of thought and feeling which existed
between them. He talked as simply, yet
earnestly as if he had been brother.
When the dews had begun to giisten on
tile long blades Of grass, and the music Of
the stream was inaudibIe, they would seek
their pathway homeward, in full enjoyment
of blissful love.
Did not Mr.. Clayville see all this?
All! this question cannot answer; but
he certainly never seemed in better spirits
than when Witnessing the evidence of their
mutai attachment He dreamed longer in
his h gh- backed chair, the scenes of early
!, days came up to his view and linked the
present with the unlorgotton past.
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s,nnr,l MOANING MRD.rArloN.

'-Fis holy time. The same unwearied orb
at whose rising The oiden Marys came to the
cmptv grave OF the oIden Son of Man and
wept. is out again this murning in his glory
ar. loicing as strong man to run race.
As he climbs tue heavens, earth, man and
the spiiug bird, are rejoicing in the golden
beams. How lanbient and heavenly they
are falling upon hilltop and valley. Still
ness reigus. For ;hc door of traffic is shut
and the tramps OF trade are silcut in the
street. There is no hum from the mill, aud
no ring from the anvil. To-day the ex-
change is still and ten pulpit speaks. Up go
the tribes to worship. Silently and thought
fully they pass along. The sunrays are fall
ling soft and mellow into The whole open
doors os the sanctuary, and the solemn or
gan is now rolling its notes aloug its con-
cen,ratcd aisies. And in, with lhe morn
ing rays, go also the people to worship the
God who scatters them. How it does one
good, and inspires him with holer feelings
and makes his heart better to see them en-
ter. To be sure, the worship may be imper-
feet, and not little erroneous. But the
worsllippers are before God, and he is speak
ing TO them. Possibly enough, .he pulpit
ministration to some may seem little better
than farce. But farce-like as it may
seem, i, suggests the Infinite, ard His ON
niscient spirit is abroad in the congregation
arousing their religious sentiment and repFov
ing them s1of sin, OF righteousness and judg
ment.' Aud as see them come out. ny
heart beats gladder, with the hope that they
are better than when they went in.--l Morn
ing Star.
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CHAPTER III.

The Autumn, with its golden fruits, and
golden tin;s, had come. and yellow leaves
were already strewing the paths with man
tie of gold.
The old year was preparing TO die, and was
laying its advent down for the exit of the
new. The rich drapery of green that had
covered the forest slowly faded before the
frost of the long au,umnal nights; still the
love in the hearts of Howard and Ellen was
warm and bright as on the delightful sum
mer evenings when their affections were
mutually interchanged. They had been be-
irothed for some time, and were looking for
ward to the first day of the new year as the
one which should celebrate their nnptials
aud usher in the wedding morn.
They had not, as yet, communicated their
intention to the father of Ellen; but were
waiting a fit time and opportunity. He did
not ask his daughter any qnestions-but
the merry twinkle of his bright eye told
that he had surnsed the true state of af
fairs.
1t was what he had wished for, since his
| acquaintance with Howard. The young
man was poor-but what cared he for that!
Had he not property for both? He could
then live with his children and smoothly
travel the down hill road of his life's de-
cline.
The old man would dream now longer
| than before, with his eyes half closed, and
the same sweet smile played upon his fea-
lures. 1t was during one of these MONDAY
reveries, that he was aroused to conscious
ness by the entrance of Howard.
i He started rather abruptly from his chair,
but as his eyes fell upon the young man he
resumed his easy chair and opened the con-
versation by few common place remarks.
These were gradually broken off, until 81
lence of some moments took their place
when Howard, in a firm, though somewhat
agitate voice said-I come, Mr. Clayville, tc
claim your daughters hand, with the assur-
ance that have won her heart, can you, with
all the affection that is felt towards her as
, an only child, consent to resign her into my
keeping! | do not offer wealth as an in
Gucement to win your daughters love; bu
: am frank to confess that l offer myself a
t lone. Have I your consent to claim her a!
d my bride!
: The young man waited for a reply.
Mr. Clayville arose and left the room with
d out saying word. In moment he reap
t peared with his daughter by MS side AS lie
It heard the confession of mutual love, he gave
5 with his moistened eyes and trembling voice
his dearest treasure into the guardianship 0
f; her lover.
G A short time after the first day of the nev
Y gear came round, and brought the apparel Q
!. the bridal morn
$ After the ceremony had been performed
IS Howard confessed to his wife that he ha
= been deceiving her-and presented to he
: view check of ten thousand dollars-one
SSaIf of the amount of his wealth! He ha
h feigned poverty to gain riches of heart.
:. Mr.. CIayville again clasped the hand o
!. the young man, but did not speak, while Ri
# len, looking up through tears of joy bless
: ed her kind husband with an overiowin
d heart.
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Some Things that are UnbecomiDs, and Some
that are 4bomiuabie.


Ist. 1t is very unbecoming to see wor-
/ shippers in the house of God, listening &c
the law that is to decide their eternal doom
or sermon which has cost their paster SC
many prayers and tears, and every time the
door opens, to see scores turn their faces
toward the door as quick as if they had re-
ceived an electric shock Oh one side Of The
head-just merely TO see who comes in. 1t
is pity they had not two faces. so that they
might look two ways at once. Then they
would no; so much annoy the speaker, and
it would be less faiguing to them to attend
church. II it was much practised in oul
rail cars, there would be no necessity for
turning the seats, they could ride one
way and look the other, and thus save mitch
/ expense. Some not only watch the door,
but make it as much their business to inspect
the congregation, as if they were appointed
Sc to number Israeli" and from anything we
see in their department, that is their
business.
3D. 1t is abominable to see the condition
some churches are in at the close of divine
service. What puddes of the juice of that
filthy weed the swine refuse! If they
must use it, let them swallow quid and all,
before they ccme into church, or enongh to
last them until the services are over IT is
true our churches are dedicated to God, but
not by baptism of tobacco juice. And
it is enough to make the Whole head sick,
and the whole heart faint, by the nauseous
effiuvia arising therefrom, when the atmos-
phere is rarifed from the stove. A great
deal has been said upon this subject, but
this is one of that kind of evil spirits, that
'goeth not out but by prayer and fasting
Sometimes when the church is empty, swept
and garnished, this evil spirit taketh to him
self seven other spirits, more filthy than
himself, and they enter in, and spit there,
and the last state of that church is worse
than the first. We have read of the three
unclean spirits Ike frogs" that went out OF
the mouth of the Dragon /; and have Won
dered If the Dragon did not try to chew to-
! bacco but found the practice SO filthy, and
the weed so Disgusting, that he gave it up,
| and whether he did not take u chew as
! large as frog, like some men DO now-a-
/ days If so, we wish they would follow
the Dragons example, and thus become
/ better men, for surely he set them good
example oace.
At camp-meeting one morning during
prayer, heard good brother frequently
pouring out big amens," and ether LOUD
! holy responses, until | wondered who was
getting so harpy, when l looked, and 10
he was DOVE at the end of the stand, with
large cake of tobacco in his hand, just ii
the act of cut.iHg off lusty mouthfu.
need say no more, but must acknowledge he
| had got queer blessing.
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conformed but two individuals, who thought
they would do as they pleased. He took
one look around, and then prayed thus
q 0 Lord, we thank thee that it is our
privilege to pray But, o Lord, do have
mercy on those who are too ley to stand,
and too proud TO kneel''
MARY r. H. HAYNES.
REDWOOD, Jan. 6, '5S.
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LOuS SermOnS.

| once knew preacher who was famous
for reaching long sermons, and OH one
occasion preached two hours. And his ser
mons were dry they were long. After
they had waited two hours to get dismissed,
they had class. Six staid for class, and he
managed to keep them over an hour longer.
Their patience being somewhat tried, "A
brother thus addressed him:
'You have kept US here more than three
hours, and if you ever do SO again, won't
come to hear you preach
"Well." replied the minister, 8 knew
| was tedious, but | could not get hold OF
my su jet"
d" Well I was awful glad of it, for if you
could hang on two hours without getting
+ hold, what would have become of Us if you
had got hold I'm afraid you never would
have let 60"
Some think because Paul ONCE preached
ill midnight, that they must do the same.
And, as a matter of course, some En'ychu=
must 90 10 sleep, and fall out of the viii iov
Cor lay down on the sel). Ani th}ra is
generally Eutyehus on hand, fast asleep.
But we W isl they would bear in mind that
that was the only one Paul ever preached
to sleep. And Eutychus got his neck broke
for being SO dumpish; at any rate he was
taken up dead, and though his life was re.
stored by a miracle, and perhaps he often
heard Paul preach afterward, yet don't
think he ever took a nap in church again
A plain-spoken, old-fashioned preacher
once saw good brother g nodding assen; .
/ to all he said and more too, which distracted
his thoughts and came near brushing him
/ WhereuPon he stopped short and cried out
g Wake up, brother Reed Why, yol
ought to BE- ashamed of yourself, to Sc
there right before the pulpit and get fas
asleep right in the midst OF a gospel ser
mon.' And tell you brother Reeds hea
was up, and his eyes open, until he was dis
charged from duty that day.
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MAKE DEFINING.

Remember in all things that if you DO nut
begin you will never come to an end. The
fret weed pulled NJ in the gfrden, the first
seed sci in the ground, the FIRST shifting put
in the savings bank. and the first mile trav-
eled in journey are all important things
they make beginning, and thereby "a hope.
a promise, q ple2ge, an. assurance that you
arein earnest with what you have uhderta-
ken. How many poor, idle, erring, hes
itsting euicast is now creeping and crawling
mis- way tbruughihe world, who mighthave
held up bis head and prospered, if instead of
putting ofhis resolutions of amendment aud
industry, he had only made beginning.
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K.aughabie.

On a certain occasion, ] was called to
watch with an old lady who had been for
some two months deeply afflicted with iu-
flammatorv rheumatism. Her husband was
one of those sour, gruf old hunks, who
cared for no one but himself, was always
groaning and complaining, and had about
ninety-nine aches, besides not being well
himself. He had one daughter about four
teen years of age, who was the mothers
only nurse for many long, dreary days and
nights Just as he was about retiring for
the night, he said:
NetLe, go and put on q kettle and make
some mush.''
The old lady exposiulated thus with him:
You have had your supper, and o pap.
don't make her do that tonight. She Is
sick and tired.''
''I will have some mush. ?"
go do have pity on that poor GIRL She
has been up night after night with me, and
has got to take care of me tonight, for you
won't do it if was DYING
" tell you will have some mush.''
Away went ''Nette" and made the mush.
/ My grit was stirred, and I mentally wished
that he would get burned with the mush.
The kettle and pan of milk were mounted
upon an old rickety table, and the old man
drew up an old rickety chair, and filling up
his quart bowl with the simple compound,
hastily swallowed one spoonful, and setting
one foot each side of his chair, leaned back.
But he leaned little too far, and down
went his head and up went his feet, and
hitting the table underneath, came near up
setting the kettle and pan upon the floor,
when he made spring and half recovered
himself, but spilled part of the contents oil
his bowl into his bosom. But he was only
half saved, foc by some mishap he gave an
other lurch, and holding up his bowl, be-
smeared himself from head to foot, broke
the bowl to shivers, and rolling in the deli
cious puddle, finally gathered himself up.
/ once heard an eccentric old Methodist
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81 am afraid that cannot hate Mr.. Evans
he is so superior in mind and heart
Mr. CiayvilIe smiled in return, and bade her
happy good night. Meanwhile, as they are
pleasantly ascending the stairway of dreams,
we will cut the leaves r the next chapter.
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Evil company is like tobacco smoke--you
cannot be long in its presence without car
rying away taint oft.
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REPORT OF STATE TIRE EAsURER. - w e
have been favored with copy of the Reports
of our State Treasurer from the 18th of jan
nary last till the 18th November. We give
our readers the following synopsis:
TREAsUREK's REPORT.
On the 18th of June, 1857, when a. p.
Stone was appointed to succeed W. I'll. Glib
son as Treasurer of State, the books in the
Office showed that there should have been a
balance in the Treasurer of Ss63S, ,95,567; but
there was actually only $o9,o54.67.
From that date up TO the 18th of November
the close of the last fiscal year, the receipts
of the Treasury frem all suurces, together
with the balance in the Treasury, June 3th
amounted to $340,75S, 3.
From that date up to the 18th of Novem
Der, the close of the fiscal year, the receipts
OF the Treasury from all sources, together
with the balance in the Treasury, Jane 1911
amounted to Ss340, 1883.
The total disbursements of the Treasury
to the 9th of Nov. were 1857, ,905,22 show
ing at that date an overdraw Of $l7,l46,70
But on the 18th of November there was rea
Iized from the Canal Bank of Cleveland, ant
City Bank of Cincinnati funds, u balanct
of $43,S ,94, from which deduct the above
overdraw of $sl7, 1910, and there is left il
the Treasury, at the close of the fiscal year
cash balance of $96,6s2,24.
The Report is very clear and full, and re
fleets credit upon its author.
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& EotA 1N
ONE ny ONE.

One bv one the sands are flowing,
Cns by one the moments fali.
Some are coming some are going,
Do not strive 10 grasp them all.
One by one thy duties wAit thee.
Let Thy whole strength go to each.
Let no future dream elate thee,
Learn thou first what these can teach.
One By one, {bright gifts from Heaven3
Joys are sent thee here below,
Take thela readily when given,
Ready too to let them go
One by one thy griefs VIII meet thee,
Do not fear an armed band.
One Will fade as others greet thee.
Shadows passing through the land
Do not look at Hfe's long sorrow.
See how small each moments pain;
God viii help thee for tomorrow,
Every day begin again
Every hour that fleets so slowly,
Has its tasks TO do Or bear,
Luminous the crswn and holy,
II thou set each gem with care
Do not nnger with regretting.
Or for passing hours despondi
Nor III daily toll forgetting,
Look too eagerly beyond
Hours are golden links, Gods token,
Reaching Heaven. but one by one,
Take them lest the chain be broken,
Ere thy pilgrimage is done.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1858-01-29

A bill has been introduced in the Ohio
Legislature, providing for the semi-nnnual
payment of taxes.
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A WORD AS TO SEED.

Numerous inquiries addressed to US already.
Indicate an almost feverish anxiety 10 secure
seed tor neXr year. This is needless.-
There is probably enough in the country to
meet all demands. There have been many
thousands OF acres planted this year, OF
whish large portion has masured, We
shall b, disappointed if there be not plenty
OF seed offered in The Spring at Is to l6 cent
per pound, il not lower rates, Il is YET toe
soon to form correct estimate OF the prcbA
BILE demand, or estimate exactly the amount
to be offered for sale We shall give u oat
quite freely in our years free Seed Dis'nnn.
ton, to all subscribers wanting IL ia hGited
uuantties.-Amer. A9.
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THE NEXT SEASON.

We are constrained at this time to caution
our readers ag inst laying out plans tos ex-
ces-ive planting neXi Summer. Better wait
another year before ven,ur;ng too large
SUN. The persons Indicated III nts.e IL.
above, may we'll plau for a moderate crop
next year. Others should study well the
chances of profit oyer old maple crops
We nave urged every farmer 10 grow corn
FIR tndder, aud think The Sugar Cane may
now be used for similar purpose TO ssill
urealer adNaninue.
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] once heard an eccentric old Methodist
exhorter request the whole congregation to
rise and sing, and kueel during prayer. All
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Ohio Affairs.

BENEVOLENT INSTITUTIONS OF Ono. I'VE
have before US the annual reports of The be-
nepolent institutions of tie State, from
which we CLEAN few items of interest. In
the Institution for the education of the deaf
and dumb, l96 received instruction during
the past year. The number present On the
lst 0. November was l57. The disburse-
ments for the year for this institution were
322 ,9I0.55. 1t Is estimated that there are
ll44 deaf and dumb persons in the State or
in the proportion of to 2,I64 of the whole
population. and of this number about $50
are betx CO the ages of 10 and 80 years, the
proper age for education. The number in
structed ik5the Institution for the bl;s.i during
the year IS 50, and the expenses were SI5-
996,37. lit is estimated that the whole mum
ber o. blssd persons in the State is 700, al
though By the census of last spring, owing to
the imperfect manner in which the assessors
dischargesi their duty, the number returned
is only 4G6. At the close Of the year 1895
there Were in the Central Ohio Lunatic A sy-
lum 223 patients. The number received
during tie last year was 1876, and the whole
number szhder treatment during the year5l6.
The whole number discharged was I59, of
which II were discharged as recovered, I3
improved and 3 unimproved, and 80 died
The expenditures during the year for all pur-
poses were $46,l .35. For the first time
in many years this institution reports itself
out of deot. The Northern Lunatic Asylum
entered ppon the year which has just closed
with l4e inmates in the house: 14l were
admitted during the years aking 287 in all.
OF these, rs were discharged as recovered,
II much improved and 35 as probably incur
able, 4 died The expenses for the year
were $56, ,6o6 .33; and the institution is in
debt TO the amount Of $l1,495, AT.