Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1869-02-24
A WHOsEs0ME LESSON.

matters which you might be able to atten,
to, 1t would make you pleasant trip me
Governor Dunlap the other day He is al
old school friend of mine, and he told M
that 1t would give him great pleasure to en-
tertain you at his house"
Il should like it of all things" sal,
Charles, with difficulty keeping down tn
delight which threatened to send the bloc,
in torrents to his cheeks, for Charles Lyon
prided himself upon his coolness. ga gen
tleman should never show that he is sur
prlsed, was his maxim, and above al
things he wished to be quoted as gentle
mon- To be sure he was only seventeen
but he had put off boyish sports and man
ners long ago , studied deeply upon the
shade OF the newest colors in gloves, or the
most elegant style of cravats was extremely
particular about the cut of his coat, and
would not have worn an questionable hat
for all the wealth of the universe. | am
afraid Charles stood on the extreme verge
OF dandyism, and.that he was in danger OF
losing whatever of manliness nature had
originally impaired to him from the moment
he began coaxing the shade of handsome
pair OF whiskers, which made him in ap-
pearance years older than he really was.
Mr.. Dunlap is Governor of the State
now, is he not, father?'' asked Charles,
placing his cup of coffee carefully back, for
his hand trembled with the excitement
which the offer had given him.
'Yes, one of the best men living. Inever
met his equal for simple, earnest, high
minded manhood. He is nearly worshipped
by the people where he lives, and might, 1
suppose, keep his Office for life if he should
choose. But it was in manner forced
upon him. | think he cares very little
about it.
"I'll have those fine shirts done just in
time, then, said Anna Lyons, who was
very proud of her brother Il don't believe
you il see any as handsome in Allston, or
any other place. 1t has taken a month S
hard work just to embroidered the bosoms,
and there are only two. IN so glad they re
all but finished. How nice you will look in
your new suit II
-, Il shall try to do the family credit" said
Charles, swelling with pride, as he rose from
the table. He did not say that he conferred
an honor on his father in accepting the OPP
portunity, but undoubtedly he felt he did.
1t took several days to get ready. and
meantime he made the announcement among
his friends that he was going to stop at
Governor Dunap's as if it were only an
every day occurrence.
Didn't know you were acquainted out
there said one of his friends.
30 yes; the Governor an old chum of
fathers; know him very well, or, rather
feel as if did, he being particular friend
OF the family. l expect to make some jolly
new acquaintances out in Allston, and | un-
daughters. shan't be slow in getting in
terested there you may be sure.
And Charles felt that he was irresistible,
as he stood before the mirror, critically ex
aiming the effect of his new embroidered
shirt front, in which he determined to make
his debut He was handsome there was no
denying that, though his beauty was rather
effeminate than masculine.
His figure was good and his clothes fitted
him faultlessly With his new and elegant
portmanteau strapped upon his shoulders,
his new and jaunty travelling suit, he felt
that he could defy and conquer the world.
Behold him, then, on his journey, the
most particular and punctilious of travellers,
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condescension, as if he would say, Pray
notice me. | am an altogether unique speci
men, perfectly exceptional as to style, dress
and address. My destination is the mansion
of the chief executive of the State Of.
Ordinary people had better not speak to me
unless they wish to be snubbed. Take no.
tfce, all.
The journey was nearly ended-the cars
were within two score miles of their destina
ton when they stopped at thriving town.
up. Our hero had passed an uncomfortable
night, on account of the crowded state of
the cars He had just taken down his styl-
ish portmanteau and placed it on the seat be-
side him that he might avail himself if posi-
BILE of more space. One and another speedily
seated themselves in the vacant places.
is this seat engaged p asked a voice.
Charles looked up. A young man, in
rough coat little worse for wear, common
wooled comforter about his neck, shaggy
and well worn cap on his head, stood with
one hand on the back of the seat specified.
Decidedly some low fellow" thought
Charles, going up for work; he looks ex-
actly like hand out of employment.
''Yes it is, was the quick reply. "You
had better pass into the next car there are
plenty of seats therefor such as you" was
the disdainful addition, conveyed by look
rather than speech.
Presently the cars moved on. The young
fellow stationed himself against projection
in the partition, and stood there patiently
for some time. Then he returned to the
charge.
Does this carpet bag belong to you'll be
asked, fixing clear, cool, blue eye upon our
exquisite.
"Tt isn't a Garnet bag" was the curt re-