The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1869-06-30
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least his father was, He lived in
fine house ON Lone street, in the town
Of. AS matter OF course he
was '.good match" Mothers were
anxious for their daughters to make
his acquaintance but for some un-
known reason he constantly evaded
them. He lived within himself T; he
associated with but few, and they
were mostly men. He was cold and
reserved, never having much to say.
He was in the habit of going away
every summer, and remaining away
for two or three months. 1t was
rumored he had been Tilted, and on
this account had left the gay hills of
fashion and given up frivolous society
to lead a retired life. But there was
nothing to substantiate this-so it
rested vague supposition. He was
tall, well proportioned, graceful and
handsome yet his countenance was
grave, and at times melancholy. But
this was no sign that he might never
be happy and cheerful.
Clara Golden lived in a fine resi-
dence on Cane stseet, in the town of
0. She has often heard of Edward
Walker, but had never seen him. She
was eager to become acquainted with
him, but had never had an opportu-
nifty. One day, as she stood on 'her
steps, just ready to descend to he,
carriage, she slipped and would I'M
doubtedly been seriously injured, had
she not been caught in the arms of q
stranger. She thanked him he
bowed and walked away. She gazed
after him and thought ''That's MIR
Walker" She was soon to give 6
birthday party, and concluded te
send him an invitation-to make his
acquaintance-to win him if she
could.
A few days afterwards, as he sa
on his gallery, reading Romeo ane
Juliet, and perchance thinking of thu
beautiful girl whom he had saved
from falling, a negro man HANDED
him O. note:
"Mr. WdEer-You are respectful,
invited to birthday party, to b
given at No. % Cane street, on Thurs
day night, 22d inst. You must come
else she in whose honor the party
given, will not enjoy herself.
Respectfully,
CLARA GOLDEN"
AS q matter of course he was some
what surprised, but as the servar
had gone no inquiries could be mad,
ooh, well, I'll go. Perhaps hay
one of my old adventures" he sait
after reading the invitation.
The evening came. About /
o'clock Walker rang the bell at N
%. A young lady opened the doc
ssMr. Walker, I believe ?"
eyes, miss
ST sent you the invitation becaus
I dislike to see young gentlema
passing his days in solitude. No
come into the parlor and Twill intr'
duce you"
He smiled and followed her.
Ladies and gentlemen, Mr. Wall
err
He bowed, then took a seat besiG
her on the sofa, and when music
such as would charm Heaven
cherubims-rose as if by magic
power, he asked her to dance, al
they were declared the handsome
couple and the best dancers on Il
floor. He was affable to all, b
evinced decided preference for Il
beautiful and intellectual Clara.
The stars had disappeared one
one, and the morning twilight w
driving the night spirits to their sa
retreats. The guests were departin
Walker fingered in the parlor a
miring a painting until he heard t
last goodbye; then, taking his h
he started towards the door.
eve have had a pleasant evenir
Mr.. Walker. You must call again
shall be happy to see you at a
time
''Thank you. I will endeavor
visit you often
He entered his carriage and dire
away muttering to himself:
seems my doom to marry. Be it S
He slept-he dreamed-he saw
face of Clara looking fondly upon b
she seemed fairy, so bewitchii
SO lovely. :
The next week he called on b
and evening after evening found h
by her side.
They say that the spirit of Ii
comes at the twilight hour-con
with all it's enhancing powers, tou'
ing the tenderest chords leading
the heart, rousing all the afectie
and making man believe, there
bliss in being. Walker tried to we
off his destiny, but ''the luxuries
the scene stole too deep into
soul" and he declared his love a
was accepted. That night he kiss
Clara-the first time he had e
kissed a woman.
She had won him by accident!
LAUTITIA
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