Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1871-10-05

eyes fell upon Nanny Redwing.
The Redwings were the aristocrats O
the place, arrogant, purse proud people
courting the friendship of Captain Mar
gate for his wealth. Like Captain Mar
gate they had but one child, Nanny; an(
like him, they desired an alliance suitabl.
to their wealth. Tom Margate seemed te
be the only one that suited their fastidi
Gus taste. Thus they were agreed, ant
there was nothing wanted to complete the
scheme but Toms consent His father
never doubted he would give it until he
heard of his attentions to Fanny Raw.
mond
Fanny was the daughter of James Ray
mond, once Captain Margates chief mate
An unfortunate venture had swallowed
up the savings of years, and, broken down
in health, be was forced to abandon the
sea. But he had met with no better sue
cess on land; and his health growing
poorer all the while, Fanny was Obliged
to exc out their scanty income with her
needle.
1t was while working for Capt: 4 Mar
gate that Tom first saw Fanny. The ac-
quaintance ripened into intimacy, right be
fore the captains face; but he never
guessedit until Squire Redwing very kind
ly t?) apprised him of it.
"Tn stop that, or break the rascars
neck!" was Captain Margate's reply; and
how well he succeeded was matter of
amusement to those acquainted with the
circumstances
| The old captain was very busy hasten
ing preparations for the pretty little farce
he had planned for the evening. Rheu-
matism was forgotten; and he trotted
| here and there, the best natured old sea
dog that ever lived
When evening arrived the parlors were
crowded with guests The Redwings
we've there in all their pompous pride, toll
erating the "rabble," yet holding them
selves aloof Mann was never so naughty
Although at first she refused to be mar
ried without all the ''pomp and circum-
stances of fashionable wedding, she
was very easily brought over, when re-
| minded that there was danger of losing
this golden opportunity.
| She was not handsome woman, vet an
amiable disposition would have made her
an attractive one; bat lacking this, She
made anything but all agreeable impres
sion upon those she came IN contact with.
and. least OF all upon Tom Margate. He
had more than once declared that be could
! not bear her, yet She WAS eagerly wailins
! for him to come
| 1t Was quite late V hen he aTri ,ed, and
he passed quickly through the hall, in
quest ef his father.
He found the old captain in the library.
with several other gentlemen, among
vhom he noticed Parson Bliss. Jacob
harlow, tile banker, solomon sharpe, the
lawyer, and Squire Rcdwing.
Tom, you rascal, why did YOU keep US
waiting?" exclaimed the captain "Bnt
never mind, you rogue; it is all right now
Sharpe give him that deed and, Barlow,
you understand about the money"
But, gentlemen, want this fairly un-
derstood," said Tom These gifts are
mine only when make oath that will
not marry Fanny Raymond"
We Understand that" raid the old
captain rubbing his hands iog,.hcr in
great glee.
Then all there is for me to do, is to
make oath to that effect" said Tom.
AN oath is not necessary" said Law
yer Sharpe. We know that you will
not dishonor your word"
NO" said Tom, Il shall not break nv
promise, " neither verbal or written"
Ah, you sly dog" said his father. Il
knew you would come TO it. Go on, YOU
rascal"
Well, father solemnly promise that
will not marry Fanny Raymond Is that
sufficient"
1es, yes, yes. you rogue. Sharpe
give him the deed, quick, and here arc
the checks, you dog. Ha! ha hal"
Il presume that is all you want of me, +"
said Tom, pocketing the deed and checks.
wait minute, Tom," said his father,
taking him by the arm. I'VE have a lit
tic surprise for you down stairs. Come,
gentlemen, and see is out. All, here is
Nanny. Tom, take Miss Redwing down
TO the parlors"
Tom knew very we'll what was expect
ed of him, but he had no notion of having
the little surprise carried out according
to the programme. Nevertheless he gave
Miss Redwing his arm.
Right this way, Tom" said his father,
smiling all over. Now, Parson Bliss,
here they are. Marry them as quick as
you can"
Nanny Redwing smiled proudly, as she
looked ur into Toms handsome face.
And he smiled too, but with very diff
ferent meaning.
Father, this is not according to our
agreement" said Tom
Well, you rogue, didn't speak about
it; but l supposed pou wouldn't care. Go
on, parson.
But, father, want but one wife"
Captain Margate stared aghast
What do you mean, you villain:"
Nothing, father, only that was mar.
ried more than two hours ago, and don'i
feel like going through with the same per.
fornlance again. 1t wouldn't look we'll
you know"
. Married! married i-who?'
Fanny Raymond, father"
At this the old mans rheumatism took
a new hold of his legs for they refused to
support him, and he fell back into his
chair, amid the shouts of laughter from
bis guests, who could not restrain their
nirth and joy at the trick which Tom had
played so neatly.