The Bloomfield times. [volume] (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1867-187?, 1872-04-09

ers-on, inerely from inc ladyS change OF
position.
That afternoon the Traftons and Canbys
had arrived at Newport They had come
too late, or were too much fatigued, to par
ticipate in the festivities of the evening, if
indeed they could have procured cards of
admission.
AS they could not minge with, Miss
Trafton and Miss Candy determined to be
spectators of the gay assemblage. For this
purpose they had stationed themselves at
one of the piazza windows where, not ex-
posed to observation themselves, they com
manded good view of the interior of the
hall.
The fame of Miss Bentley's wealth,
beauty, position and superior intellectual
endowments had already reached their
ears, and they had very natural curiosity
to see one who was the theme of much ad-
miring comment. They were accompanied
by gentleman friend who was well "up"
in all matters relating to Newport.
From their position they had full view
of the little group already mentioned, and
pointed out rs the much talked of Miss
Bentley.
What perfect figure y was Miss
Canby's candid remark.
".What exquisite taste in her dress y
echoed Miss Traftoh.
Yes and what magnificent diamonds p
added the former, with an envious sigh.
81 wish that she would turn her head
that we might get sight of her face, re-
joined Miss Trafton.
AS if in obediance to the wish expressed,
the lady turned full towards them.
"Miss Dobbins, as live v'-"Miss De-
blois % were the joint breathless exclama-
tions of the two ladies at the discovery they
had made, while blush of modification
crimsoned their cheeks, as their thoughts
reverted to their treatment of the lady in
Campont.
Full and ample would have been the re-
venge of the dressmaker's niece" for all
the Sights she had suffered, could she have
witnessed the chagrin of her concealed
spectators.
The reader perhaps, may family imagine
the feelings with which they ga2ed upon
one, the " observed Of all observers" whom
they had in their foolish pride, looked
down upon as unworthy of being received
as an associate. In the pleasing indulgence
Of such agreeable feelings, and in the hope
that their reflections may prove profitable
to them, take leave of the young ladies'.
shall not attempt to portray the emo
tions Of Arlington when he recognized in
the regal Miss Bentley the unassuming,
neglected Miss Deblois. ! think that he
would have been better pleased had he
met with her in less exalted position.
When he knew her as the niece of Mrs.
Doten, he did not deem it condescension on
his part to solicit her hand; but now he
seemed to think that it would be conde-
scension on her part to bestow it.
lie hesitated for moment Should he
claim her acquaintance Should he
venture to renew his suit These ques-
tions were soon solved. When he approach
cd her, the sudden joyful start of surprise
that she gave, the quick eager extension
of her hand tho tell-tale blush which
mantled her cheek, the warm cordial greet
ing, swept away at once and forever all
distrusts from Arlington's mind.
"If might accept this kind welcome as
an augury, my happiness would be complete
said Arlington, in a low voice, as he took
the hand held out to him.
"1f so great boon can be secured by so
simple a process, you would be-very unwise
not to do SO !" was the significant rejoinder,
as the lady returned his gentle pressure.
Thus, then and there, the compact was
sealed that bound their hearts in an indis-
solable union.
Why, my dear Julia" asked Airing
ton, few evenings after, as they sat in her
uncle's villa talking over her visit to Cam
pont, "did you appear there under an as
sumed name ?"
1t was not assumed, Frank. My name
is Julia Deblois Bentley After my chill
ling receptions girlish freak led me to drop
my patronymic. should have disabused
your mind in regard to it, but in the hurry
of my departure forgot TO do SO.
at will DO an endeared namc to me, )"
said Arlington, with pardonable feryor,
Gas associated with her who first enlisted
my love"
AS the conversation Of atlianced lovers,
however interesting 20 the parties them
solves, may not be particularly cdifying TO
to the general reader. l hero close my
report, except TO state that neither Airing