The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1858-12-02

or Mobile, as you may choose"
Laftte was true to his word. On the third
day after the schooner's arrival, for such was
her character, | went on board and sailed for
Mobile as from there greater facilities were
offered for reaching Washington than from New
Orleans Before I left LATTE was persuaded
should my mission to Washington prove success
full, to return myself with the glad news to him.
in person. l landed at Mobile, reached Wash
ington, succeeded in obtaining full pardon for
LATTE and his associates and returned to New
Orleans just as the storm, which had so long
been gathering, burst with all its fury upon the
coast of Louisiana. immedatel returned in
a government vessel to Barataria, and was re-
ceived by Laftte with the warmest expressions
Of gratitude. He had few days previous, re-
turned from successful cruise, in VIII CHI, among
others, he had succeeded in capturing British
transport, containing large quantity Of cannon,
arms, &c destined for the attack upon New
Orleans. On my arrival, LATTE called his fol-
lowers together communicated to them the in
tenigence of the free and full pardon guaranteed
them, and upon what conditions it had been
received; and gave them liberty to accept or
reject the offer. "Long live the President
of the United States +" and "Long live La
ftte /" repeatedly rent the air, and they unani-
mously resolved to follow him as their leader
Brave fellows" said Laftte, we will prove
by our swords, our high sense of the favor con-
ferred !"
All hands were now busily engaged in con-
veying on board the vessels valuable property
which had been collected at that place, and the
quantity of specie dragged from its lurking
places, far exceeded in quantity my idea of La
itte's wealth. We arrived in safety at New
Orleans, and were received by Commodore Pat
no 1oI IL, :;
every mark of respect. LATTE had an honor
able command assigned him, and his heroic con-
duet, previous to, and on the ever memorable
eighth Of January, is already deeply marked on
the page Of history
When the British, COMPOUNDED at their loss
and covered with disgrace, had retired to their
Shipping and all apprehension of renewed at
tack had subsidized, New Orleans exhibited a
scene of unbounded gaiety and glee. A splen-
did ball was given in honor of General Jackson,
at which most of the officers Of the army and
navy were present, and all the beauty and
bravery Of the south appeared to be coneen-
trated on the occasion. In the course of the /
evening, my attention was strongly engaged by
the appearance of a young lady who entered the /
apartment leaning on the arm Of the mayor Of
the city. She was very beautiful, yet the fresh
ness of youth seemed to have passed away, and
slight shade Of melancholy gave her a most
interesting appearance Intimately acquainted
with the mayor. / was introduced as friend to
Miss Hanson, from Charleston, and chance soon
gave me- All opportunity of entering into con
versation with HIS fair companion. The confer-
sation turned on the remarkable deliverance
New Orleans had received from the invading
enemy.
Il little thought" said Miss Hanson, "when
| left Charleston, two years ago to reside in
this city, that was to witness such a scene of
turmoil as that through which we have just
passed; and but few days since, my expecta-
tions were still more faint, of beholdng such
happy termination of our troubles as this even
ing affords"
at did appear extremely improbable, )" re-
piled, and our friends in different parts of the
Union will heartily rejoice at our escape from
such watchwords as beauty and booty"
1T makes me shudder,' she answered ito
think Of the danger from which we have been
rescued Not a fortnight ago, sincerely
wished myself at Charleston; bat now, We are
safe and happy"
Are you a native of Charleston ?" | en-
qufFed. "A few years ago, was considerably /
acquainted in that city,
Il am" she replied 1T is but two years
since, at the earnest entreaties of my uncle, who
10 du p1CoCHt VI lilo Clbya ICiI
ton, and accompanied him here"
Were you acquainted at Charleston, with
young lady by the name of Mary Mornton?"
asked
Il was acquainted with her. replied Miss |
Hanson, she was my most intimate friend
but Mary reposes quietly in the grave, the vic
tim of unfortunate love often have l wished | /
could have slept with her."
"Was her lover a villain 2" I enquired.
oh no !! be was as far from that as lav is /
from night" she answered with ealpestness, 'the
was one Of the most amiable and engaging per-
sons have ever seen. An unfortunate alta
drove him from Charleston, and the vessel in
which he sailed, was taken by the pirates, and
all on board murdered Mary's tender heart
was unable to sustain the shock, aud she added
another to the number Of those who have fallen
victims to the effect Of that pleasing painful pas
sion, faithful love. MOI she added, lit is i'm
possible for Mortimer Wilson to be villain"
You speak with warmth ! replied, "but
you are perfectly pardonable; it is SO difficult