The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1869-08-21

StttAub Hnu uellgubIu1 blhH she uitu lHl-
agined. 1t was very pleasant to be
the beauty of every ballroom, and con-
stantly surrounded by circle of ador-
ers. The idea of returning to tho
humdrum life of home was not always
pleasant to her, and she sometimes
felt half inclined to think seriously Of
accepting some of the brilliant offers
that were made to her. She had!been
a good deal put out, too, with Tom, for
not speaking before she came away. ;.
Sometimes she was half inclined to
doubt his love for her, and although
his earnest eyes haunted her with their
wistful look of affection, she had more
than one serious thought OF trying to
Danish his remembrance and marry, as
many others around her did, for money
rather than for love.
Most prominent among her sworn
admirers was Mr.. Charlton Murray, of
New York. Handsome, distinguished
looking and reputed to be of great
wealth, he seemed to be match not
to be despised. Since the moment of
his first introduction to Sally, he had
devoted himself to her most persist
emily. Every day boquct of fresh
flowers came to her room with compi-
ments every morning he hung over
her chair every evening he was ready
to attend her at the balls and recep-
tions.
Sally, to tell the truth, was very
well pleased with his admiration-he
understood so well how TO play the
agreeable, he paid her such pretty
compliments, he was so handsome and
thoroughbred Hehad alreadymade
his proposal in form, and Sally was
listening to his earnest pleading, as
they sat half hidden from observation
in one of the deep windows of tho ho-
tel parlor.
pray, Miss Sally, think favorably
of my suit. Ny hopes Of happiness,
my future life, depend upon your re-
ply"
The words were earnest, the tone
iInpassioned. Sally's cheek burnt, as
she hesitated forreply Il have known
you for 80 short time" she faltered.
What is that? You have known
me for FIVE weeks, and during that
time have seen me more frequently
than YOU would under different circum-
stances in n whole year. / have known
you long enough TO love you-madly,
distractedly love you And you have
known me long enough to bid me ut
least hope"
She did not reply, and he bend to-
wards her, taking her hand in his eager
ness. sally, my dearest Sally
/ His words and actions recalled her
to her position and she drew back.
You may forget where you are, Mr..
Murray r
At this moment she caught sight oi
gentleman who was talking with her
] father There is an old friend oi
mine / must go and speak TO him.
And she sprang up without any reply
to her impassioned suitor.
Murray looked after her with smile
of triumph. He had little doubt of
his ultimate success.
"Mr. Trnmbull. how do you do 2
cried Sally, as she came forward.
''Ah, Miss Sally, ! am glad 10 see
you again, exclaimed the gentleman.
1.-The dissipation OF Washington has
not spoiled you / see You are more
blooming than ever"
Sally laughed and blushed.
Come, now, pa, don'tyou bore Mr.
Trumbull with politics, but leave him
to me for while, to tell mellow every
one is at home"
Senator Beauclere, after few more
words, turned away, and Sally and hel
old friend sat down side by side. Mr.
Trumbull had married one of hei
sehoolmates, and she regarded him al
most as brother.
"Well, Miss Sally, tell me abou
your beaux. Whose heart have yoi
broken last ?"
Involuntarily Sally glanced towards
Murray, who stood in the window re
, garding her with jealous eyes.
/ "Nobody's," she replied lightly
) but Mr.. Trumbull's look followed hers
"Why. who is that fellow that il
: watching you so earnestly?" he ex
claimed with start.
] "Mr. Murray, of New York, If yol
mean the young gentleman in the win
} dow"
''It is the very man I saw last fal
and spoke to of you, said Mr.. Trum
bull. "Has he been making love t
: your"
"What did he say about me?" aske'
Sally, ignoring his last words.
HE did not say much he asked
great many questions about you. But
/; say, has he proposed to you P''
: "Never mind whether he has or not
but tell me whathe said, /" urged Sally
Q eagerly.
"He asked if your father was rich
for one thing"
4 And what did you say 2"
"I said yes."
: ''And what else9 Tell me all abor
it, she cried imperiously.
Q Mr.. Trumbull laughed. ST tol
him you were worth half million (
9 dollars" he said.
Il Sally's brow contracted and her eye
i, flashed. .'You did Why, Mr.. Trun
bull, did you say that?"
Q i meant you are such fine girl yo
o are worth it; and, really, Miss Sail,
o I think it too low an estimate. Iougl
LII to have said two millions"
!. Sally laughed. fsOh, that is funn,
e And do you suppose he believed it
It'll Certainly. And so he has bee
q courting you ?" Mr. Trumbull sale
shrewdly. e.
VI Perhaps SO but are you sure he
r the same man ?'' g