The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1859-05-20

John comes from the barn to take the horses,
and Mr. Thornton burries up the walk to
the piazza, leaving lis friend to follow at his
leisurc-he must sec his wife first and if
possible hurry her out Of sight before their
visitor enters. lie rushes into the sitting
room-worIs cannot express his amazement
there sits the very image Of his lovely
bride. and q selfconscious blnsh mantles
n,antlcs her check as lie stoops 10 kiss with
words Of joyful surprise,-" Iphy Ellen 2"
lie has time for no more, George Morton
has followed him, and lie claims,-"lla! !
Charley, as lover-like as cver-hasn't the
honey moon set yct?" and then he is duly !
presented to Mrs. Thornton, who, under
the pleasing excitement of the occasion, ap-
pears to far better advantage than usual.
Tea is soon upon the table, and the gentle
men do ample Justice TO the tempting repast
spread before them. y happy meal it is
to Chas. Thornton, who gazcs with admi-
! ring fondncss upon his still beautiful wife.
Supper over, Mr.. Morton coaxes little Mel
lie to sit ON his lap, but she soou slides down,
and climbing her fathers knee whispers,
confilentially don't mama look pretty ~
lie kisses and answers, Yes, my darling"
The evening passed pleasantly and swift
ly away hat-forg",ten smile Of their life
pilgrimage is recalled by some way-malk
which still CLEANS bright in the distance.
They both feel younger and better for their
interview, and determine never TO become
so like strangers again. Mr.. Mortou's sol-
oquy as he retires to the cosy apartment
appropriated to his use, is-"Well, this is a
happy family? What a lucky fellow Char
ley is-such handsome wife and children
and she SO good housc-kerpcr, too
May be III settle down some day myself
, which pleasing idea that night mingled
I with his visions.
, The next morning Mr.. Thornton watched
O his wife's movements with some anxiety
s he could not bear to have her destroy
h the favorable impression which he wa
/ certain she had made on his friends mind
# and yet some irresistible impulse forbade hi
r, offering any suggestion or aluding in an.
O way to the delicate subject SO long unmel'
- toned between them. But Mrs. Thornto
d needed no friendly advice-with true VIC
IS manly tact she perceived the advantage 81,
!" had gained, and was not ut all inclined 1
!" relnquish it. The dark gingham dress
s. linen collar and snowy apron, formed a
ic appropriate and becoming morning attir
d for a housekeeper, and the table afforde
~ the guest no occasion for altering his opir
ion in regard to the skill or affabillity
IN his amiable hostess. Early in the forenoon
O. Mr.. Morton took leave of his hospital
e, friends, being called away by pressing affa
Is Of business.
I'd Mr. and Mrs Thornton returned to the
CO accustomed avocations, but it was with r
m newed energy, and new sense Of quiet ha
n piness, no less deeply felt because expresse
k True, habits of loug-standing was not co
,e- quered in week, Or month, but final
re, they were overcome, and year after year Il
ed links of affection which united them as
lat family, grew brighter and purer, even raj
ly, ating the holy light Of Il Christian home.
1t was not until many years had pass
has away, and our little Nellie, now a love
is maiden, was about to resign her place as !
tall in her fathers household, and assume n
lie dignity in another's home, that her motl
ms. impaired to her the story of her own ca
ing errors, and earnestly warned her to bew'
in of that insidious foe 10 domestic happiness
Mr.. disregard Of little Mings,-and kissing
ant daughter with maternal pride and fondn'
this she thanked her for those simple, chi
les- like. words, which changed the whole curr
inc of her destiny-"Dont Pa like to
are you look pretty.
title ~, -,
There are seven reasons why farmers
healthier than professional men, viz:
. w /. They work more and develop all
Nv - leading muscles Of tho body.
ss 2. They take their exercise in the o
49,. air, and breathe greater amount of c
,;oh gen.
D'ch 8. Their food and drinks are commc
acn less aduItsrated and far more simple.
,a' 4. They do not overwork their bra
oe' much as industrious professional men.