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THE COUNTRY COUSIN.
BY 8. n. HUMPHREY.

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bored for whole fortnight, by vulgar coun-
try cousin, and that, too, during the gay sea-
son. o dearl doarl what will the Wimots
say2 But there it is, must write her to
come, for father has given her Il pressing invi-
tatiOn, Of course never once thinking she
would accept"
| And she seized her pen and wrote a pretty
note, and fastening TO the bearer, who was
awaiting an answer in an adjoining room, with
face wreatbod in smiles, presented it. But
alasl not one syllable of her vehement solilo-
guy had escaped the gentleman, and he being
a friend of the family by whom he had been
commissioned to deliver the message, on return
related the whole affair to Louisa Dalton--the
country cousin.
On being left alone, the astonished girl
burst into tears-tears Of disappointment, in
dignaticn, and mortified pride. But she soon
recovered herself, and wiping her eyes, seemed
lost in thought, when suddenly o merry laugh
burst forth, and she roguishly said,
DAY, that will be 6ne at all events; I'll
make the most Of my visit, and foolish, de-
eeitful Emily Howard shall find that her
cousin, in point Of vulgarity, is quite up to her
Imagination. | am sure it is but fair she
should be punished and as to her own opin-
ion, or that of her associates, it matters but
little to me. True, it will be difficult part
to play, but trust much to my powers of imi-
tation in carrying out my plan, which, fortu-
nately, according to the science Of phrenology,
are uncommonly developed"
Could Emily Howard at the time have look
ed in upon her expected guest, she would have
dismissed all fears of being disgraced by her,
as even she-the admired city belle, in point
of beauty and accomplishments, could not rival
her. She was gracefully reclining on a luxu.
rious lounge, in a rich and tasteful apartment,
The light of the departing sun was streaming
through tho window, and the damask curtains
reflected deeper hue to the e-tint on her
cheek. Though the traces Of tears were still
visible, sunny smile played around tho lips
of Madonna beauty, and every feature seemed
radiant with the light of warm affection and
home. Obi joyous, happy season, when life
with its varied charms opens upon the young
maiden, with only rainbow hues; when on the
sunny landscape She sees no dark spot, no
| eclipse.
The father Of Louisa having acquired com
potency, and being fond of rural life, while
she was still n mere child, had chosen a lovely
sequestered retreat. Here, amid natures sweet
adornings of flowers and shady groves, with
fond mother, she had passed her happy
childhood, and here she had numbered her
| eighteenth year She was possessed of fine
natural talents, and under the guidance of her
accomplished mother, had made great prof
cheney in both solid and ornamental branches.
Although she had travelled much with her
parents, and for one of her years had seen
much of the gay world; though admring eyes
had gazed on her, and 1attery's seductive
voice had breathed in her ear, she still retained
the sweet simplicity and love Of nature, which
ever springs from pure heart.
Mr.. Charles Howard, her mothers brother
resided in distant city, but owing to slight
Misunderstanding between himself and Mr..
| nulf tho 60 haI l.on
of intimacy, and, until within few months
had not visited, when Mr.. Howard, in compli-
ance with his sisters earnest request, had
spent few days with them at their delightful
homo. He had ever fondly loved his sister
and the attachment was very warmly returned
by her, so that a satisfactory explanation o
the misunderstanding which had occasioneC
tho breach, was highly gratifying to both, anC
they only regretted that reconciliation hat
been so long postponed. Mr.. Howard was de.
lighted with the genius, beauty and accom-.
plishmentS of Louisa, and could not forbeal
contrasting the graceful modcsty of her man,
ners with the lofty bearing and naughty affec
tation of his own beloved child and when hC
had urged the acceptance of his invitation, il
had been with a hope of beneftting her, mo-
less than with desire for the cOngenial soci
ely of his interesting neice. Ho was aware
that his daughter, having seen only rustic
beauties, had iIubibed a foolish, but strong pre-
judice against those whose lot was cast with.
out the pale of populous city, and he fore,
| bore making any comments on their expected
guest, as he wished to witness the surprise o
Emily, when she should discover the superi.
ority Of her country cousin. At every men.
ton Of the visit, tho fallen countenance oil
Emily betrayed to him how unwelcome it was,
and he well knew she was bitterly anticipating
many q humiliating modification and trying
position to which her visitor must expose her
She dared not complain to her father for she
understood his views too well TO expect sym
| pathy; and she also knew that he would re-
quire of hor every possible attention towarC
her cousin.
The expected day at length arrived, anC
with a sickening heart, Emily, for the frs
time in her life, beheld stage-coach stol
| before her fathers mansion. AS she had
great aversion to such vehicles, she could re
strain herself no longer, and forgetting al
! her fears of her fathers displeasure, will
scornful manner and distressed tone she eX
| claimed
"a dusty stagc-coach Oh papa, hov
could you doom me to such annoyances al
for the sake of miserable country girl
What on earth will the Wiltons say?"
The color mounted to the temples of Mr.
Howard, and Emily's cheek flushed beneatl
| INC uuIsutSI lOOh WHICH 6Ile la1 ever seen Ol
his usually benevolent face. AS she reluc
family rose to receive her guest, he coldl.
| said
Don't trouble yourself; | will do tn
civilities, as | cannot bear to see my daugh
ter welcoming with honeyed words an,
smiles on her lip, one who in her heart sh
despises, thus acting the double part Of false
hood and hypocrisy"
"She has not come after all" said Mr.. How
ard, rs the stage door was opened; but Instant
he recognized her lovely features shaded by
large bonnet. AS he assisted her in alighting
he could scarce repress an expression Of sur
prise at her grotesque appearance, while sh
ingenuOusly said:
II am glad to see you, my dear uncle, bu
no doubt you are surprised at my travein
equipment Do rot remove my baggage, a
perhaps you will not approve of the assume
character which circumstances compel me t
act, if remain with you"
She then explained all in regard to the lette
which had been overheard by the bearer, an
closed by saying, that since she had sent com
pliments, she had thought best to come; but
such part as she proposed to act, would be i
the least unpleasant to him, she would unhesi
talingly depart.
"By no meansl" replied her uncle, "you
plot is excellent and though | can scarce bea