Litchfield enquirer., 1864-10-13

s4ss than an usual share of feminine tact, he prospects in that respect were very eneouras- ! ing.
 My dear Petty" said her mother to he one day, "it won't do for you to encourag, Charley Reid's coming here any more 1; you, father has strong prejudice against him." Now Patty owed her euphonious name te the fact that it was among the few that Mrs Coldstream disliksd; dislike that was shared by the young lady herself who at one time made au effort to change it to Martha. An attempt that was instantly vetoed by the ia ther who declared "that Patty was her name Patty it should be-" A fact that he lost nc opportunityof impressing upon her mind when ever he saw her in the least inclined to rebel against his authority. aess l.as.4- .i.-;5
 "So he would have against any one that any body else liked.n was Patty's rather uufilial rejoinder. "But I've made up my mind to one thing, I won't give up Charley" f4' Aud Patty's eyes grew bright, aud she set her foot down in Q very decided manner But my dear, what will you do?" said, Mrs. Coldssream looking very much distressed "Your father declares that he shall not cone into the house again. And you know, as well as do. how set he isin his way" a~ t knoxu ho, | : contrary side, whatever happens. You need not look so troubled, mother. I won't have any trouble with father, if can help it. if it is only for your sake. Bat I'll manage to have my own way for once in my life, as you shall see."
 Patty smiled as she said this, and though her mother shook her head dubiousy, as if she had little faith in the assertion, she offer ed no farther remonstrance.
 The next day they were all seated together in the family sitting room. Mr. Coldstream was in rathar melancholy mood; nothing having occurred for some time with which he could find any fault. or get up any conten ton.
 Patty sat by the window, to all appearances completely absorbed in fashioning some dain- ty bit of embroidery, though oc casionally her bright eyes glean,ed out upon the path that led to the road with an expectant look.
 Suddenly shs heard step. Even before her eyes fell upon the young gentlemen. who was just opening the gate, the wasm color Flashed up from her cheeks to the temple probably with anger, for she immedirtely ex- claimed:
 I declare if that disagseeahle Charley Reid isn't co ming again.
 Hey, what's that 2" said Mir. Coldstream pricking up his ears, as though like war horse te scented the battle afar off,
 Charley Reid,' said Patty, very composed ly threading her needle. "I really wish be had Sense enough to see whers hs wasn't wanted I suppose because have talked to hi;n con sderably lately, merely to pass away the time, he fanciss am in love with him.
 Here the young lady gave her head toss, as much as to say, whatever he may think she hadn't the least idea of it.
 "You'i showed your sense, if you was, then," retorted her father; ''instead of en- couraging such Set of brainless popinjays. and which am determined you shall do DO longer Mr. Reid is very promising young man, as have often had occasion to re mark, and his preference is an honor to any lady"
 Mir. Coldstream was blessed with very convenient memory,fan his daughtsr's Ian. guage had reused such a strong spirit of oppo- sition, that he actually believed that he had always regarded the young man with unusual favor. sss
 "Those who like his company are welcome to it I am going up stairs,' said Patty; and rising from her seat, she began to pick up her work, in very cool, deliberate manner
 "You'll do no such thing. Miss Patty said Mir. Coldstream. as soon as he could re. cover from his astonishment at the unprece. dented audacity of her words and looks 7" Just resume your seat if you please. An see too, that you treat the young gentleman in . proper naaneer."
 Patty Airted down into her seat, matterina something to which her father coold not reply as just at this moment the person in question entered. ;,z+fzz4 z elm Gs .ss.. 9s 4e-.. 5.,'
 The young gentleman, though noted for hi, ease and self possession, wasevidently embar rassed at his reception. The unexpected cor diality of the old gentleman. who, the las time he was there had treated him with marked rudeness, and the unaccountable coolness o the daughter puzzled him. a9a4 & A
 MT. Coldstream darted displeased glance at his daughter. regarding this as tacit rebel lion against his authority. sa as-z "Patty," said he, clearing his throat aad speaking in loud voice, don't you see you neighbor, Mf. Reid I" f.s s... .ess 7a
 Patty arose stiHy from her seat extendins with very ungracious air, the two fore finger. to the yoang man.
 As she did so she glanced around. He, mother's pompous air, and Charley's ruefn look, were too much for her disabilities; ant