The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1872-05-02

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who observe it. There seems to be some mys-
.terious influence that awakens it, some mejes-
tic phenomena that draws two hearts together;
we know that the loadstone attracts metal, but
philosophers have not yet discovered the prln-
ciple upon which it acts. If we could tathom
the secrets of the Creator, and behold the un-
seen agencies that are constantly working
around US, we might perceive invisible spirits
at work drawing us impercepribly toward those
whom we are destined to love, and fortunate
is that couple whose souls are in union, for
they will easily blend together and become one
flesh. 1t is said that in the course OF years
husband and wife grow TO resemble each other
in features as we'll as in disposition, SO true 1t
is thas perfect harmony influences not only the
facial lines, but the minds of the two, and as
the countenance is changed by the culture OF
the mind, when both are instructed by the same
thoughts, and actuated by the same motives, 1t
is not singular that we can trace In their faces
the same expressions and similar purposes
"Do you believe in love at first sight7" said
Maurice, after they had conyersed for some
time on Indifferent subjects.
"Really, could hardly say" replied Fannie,
sfor have never experienced the sensation.
"Well, own I have been skeptical hereto
fore, but I am becoming convert 10 the doc
"What has converted you so suddenly" ask
ed Fannie.
"My own heart has been the most powerful
advocate, and ithas been very eloquent OF late, :"
said he, looking the fervor that was consuming
him, and the eyes are very expressive when
they speak the feeling that is within us.
'iBut we are told that love is the result OF
long acquaintance, that it springs from
knowledge of those higher qualities that are
discovered in our intimate friends, and though
sensitive at first, are liable to be shaken at the
slightest cause, yet, when once 1t has been Ell
grated into the heart, it remains forever"
'Why, pray, should love be an exception to
other rules; does it take time to appreciate the
beauties of nature7 to admire eloquent speci-
mems of art? to acknowledge the presence of
Deity in His mighty works? and if we can see
God in all His creations, why can not we love
Him most while beholding His most beautiful
productions ?" said Maurice, passionately.
"Ah, but love must be reciprocated, and it
does not follow, by any means, that the passion
needs be returned simply because one OF the
parties experiences it."
"True, had forgotten that" replied Maurice,
'sand when think of myself, must confess
there is nothing about me to cause woman to
love me-
"Women do not fall in love with mems per-
sonal attraction" said Fannie. "They admire
in men those characteristics which ennoble and
elevate mankind; they throw out delicate ten
drills, clinging to the strong intellect of man,
content with sharing their tolls and struggles,
and finally to partake with them the glory
which rewards ambition"
"Then you are ambitious" cried Maurice.
EYES," she replied, call true women are fully
as much so as the sterner sex"
care you one of those who are in favor OF
women's rights, who would vote and hold of
fce?" and he looked for moment as If ne
would shun such one as he would the plague.
"Oh," she said smiling, for her quick percep-
tions read his thoughts, "you fancy because
am ambitious that I would step out of my
proper sphere and infringe upon the privileges
which are so exclusively claimed by the lords
of creation. No, would have the man wed
carve out noble name, and raise me with him
to one of the higher positions in the gift OF the
people; for such one could live and love,
and no other" and her eyes flashed with the
enthusiasm which filled her soul.
Poor Maurice was naturally lazy in his dis
position, and somewhat indolent, and, although
ments. still he had done nothing thus far to
Justify the hopes of his friends. For few mo-
ments he sat quietly thumbing p book, think
ing. Those rapid, instrospectlve thoughts,
which sometimes change the whole tenor of
our lives, were busy at work in his active brain
he was conscious Of possessing great mental
powers but had never yet exerted them alas,
he had heretofore no object. But there is al
ways turning point in mans existence, Q
time when he conceives new purposes aud
builds new castles. Few men but what feel
their latent strength first, when in love; it
idealizes everything, painting the world, even,
with its roseate colors, gliding the future with
brighter hues, while filling the heart with prom
ises, which, alas are seldom realized. Rising
suddenly, he approached Miss Howard, and
taking her hand in his exclaimed:
promise that you will love me, become my
wife, and swear to you that I will accomplish
all that my intellect is capable of performing"
"Really, you surprise me, sir" said she, with
drawing her hand. ~ have not thought for q
moment of marrying any one at present, and
much less one almost perfect stranger to me, !" ;:
and she turned haughtily away.
pardon me, but my love for moment got
the mastery of my judgment; you will surely
excuse warmth which you have yourself ex-
cited."
Maurice was now cool again, for his spirit
was as proud ana senslCVe rs herS, anu III
though under the influence of passion that
for moment controlled him, yet he was no
boy, although love makes children for time OF
us all.
"Forget those hasty words, and let us be
friends again." said he gayly. =,
~ will" she replied, provided you will not
presume to trespass upon my forbearance in the
future"
"What, make me promise not to love you
As well make the birds promise not to sing, the
flowers not to bloom in the spring, or the sun
not to shine at midday no, I do love you, but
you need not love me in return, }" said he, "it
shall be all on one side"
"Passion does not linger long with one when
it is not returned love disdains to nourish it
self upon anything but love-" said she, banter
"Well, you have awakened new hopes in me,
and 1 will at least endeavor to become worthy
of you, and if ever succeed in life, the laurels
shall be placed ut your feet"