The star of the north. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1849-1866, 1861-09-25
BLOOMSBURY. COLUMBIA COUNTY, PA WEDNESDAY


those who were cursing il by their presence.
Old Jorge was chosen as leader, and he
secretly armed his followers with the for
midabe machefa and such other arms as
could be seized. He also sent messenger
to his son, who was to form a combinalio n
in the army against The Government.
But where is Manuella during this time
Maidito, after getting her way from the hut,
despite her struggles gagged her and piu-
ioIied her arms; then placing her on horse
in front OF him in the darkness bore her 10
his residence inlhe capital, which he reach
ed as day was dawnins. After placing her
in a room, heSunloosed her arms and remov-
ed The gag, andihen left herlo The care Of
the servants. She however, declined their
attentions, and was soon left alone Hopes
of escape still occupied her mind. The TODD
before her was untouched, bu: exhaustion
compelled her 10 take a few hours Of re-.
pose.
On awaking she felt much refreshed, and
proceeded 10 examine the doors and win
dows but to her disappointment found
them securely fastened. stileuo was
found in one oil The drawers which she con-
cealed about her person resolving TO use il
if occasion required The unlocking OF her
chamber door aroused her from her medi-
ialions. itrgave entrance 10 the haied form
of Maldito, who had come for the purpose
OF humbling Mahuela's pride, as he called
it. He took seat and after moments's
awkward pause asked her how she liked
her new position"
81 detest your fine prison." replied the.
maiden with flashing eye, ''and the per-
son who brought me 10 H."
"Be not TOO has.y,-my coy bird, remem-
Der that you are in my power, and that in
this mansion what propose l have the
power 10 execute"
With these words he attempted TO seize
her hand but darling from him she drew the
stiletto from her bosom, and stood at the
extremity OF The room in an attitude of de-
tense. AL this moment she was picture
TO behold. She was no longer the gentle
Indian maiden Of The Rio Dnlce. The FIRE OF
her nature had been aroused and even Nal
ditto gazed in awe al the figure before him
Her proud form was drawn 10 lis fullest
height, the long black hair was in confusion
about her shoulders, her noslrils diIated,
lips compressed, while from her eyes flash
ed determination TO defend herself to the
last from the base villain.
The suspense was terrible 10 both, but
lid not last long. A numbering noise was
heard on the outside gates, and the shouts
of an assembled multitude came distinctly
to the ear
In moment Francisco, Old Jorge, aud
Juan, his son, rushed into the room. Al a
glance Francisco comprshendeJ The scene,
and one blow from his macheta Glove the
trembling Maldito's skull in twain. Manu-
ella fell weeping into the arms of her faith,
er, who haslened 10 assure her of her safety,
The lover seated himself by her side, aud
taking her hand in his, as if TO assure h m
self Of her safety, proceeded 10 recapilulate
the events of the three preceding days
They had collected a large number o.
their Indian friends and marched toward:
tie capital; their force receiving constant
accessions by the way. No regular plan o
attack was formed, but rushing to The bar
racks they soon took prisoners the few sol
diers there, who were only too glad to be
allowed to return 10 their homes Beside;
the aid Jorge brought, Juan had. formed .
large combination against The governmen
consisting of citizens aud soldiers. The
government officials fled in terror, and seiz
ing schooner in the nearest harbor sailec
for Cuba.
After seiziug the barracks, the whole forc'
rushed 10 Maldi los mansion and encounter
ed him as above described.
The records OF the country relate the bal
ance of The story. Old Jorge was choser
ruler by the unanimous voice OF his adhe
rents Though not skilled in the fnesse OF
diplomat, he administered justice impartial
Iy, and released the people from the bur
! dens of confisca,ion of property, impress
ment of men, and all of the evils of the pre-
ceding tyranicaI rule. Francisco married
Manuella and. occupied an honorable posi-
ton near Jorge. Juan busted himself il
procuring teachers for the people, ard II
improving the condition of the masses gen
orally.
Ii riches increase set not your heart upcr
them, because they are liable 10 decrease a
fast .as tbev increased /: because they canno