Weekly Trinity journal., 1873-11-01
"Then the Castle Of Roscnburg i:

"See, have No. &c."
Thereupon he triumphantly waved his
ticket in the air, to expose it to the gaze
of the villagers.
A peculiar expression passed over the
strangers's face but after glancing at
the ticket, he gave joyful cry, though,
when about speaking, he seemed struck
by a sudden resolution which hindered
him, and assuming simplicity, he bowed
his congratulations with the rest.
Gaspar bore up we'll under the marvel
Gus change. After the first joyous emo
ton had passed, he gradually gained his
habitual composure, and conversed in a
friendly manner with those around him,
only his voice was louder, and his atfabil-
ty more majestic than usual. Evidently
the barber was becoming great lord.
He threw his head back, waved his hand 4,
and spoke of his future projects with a
superb carelessness.
He had not decided whether he should
live at Castle Rosenburg or remain at
Serene besides as Frenchman he be-
longed to France. He also made several
illusions to his marriage with Florette,
who, perfectly amazed, was receiving
the congratulations of hef'friends.
The notary being apprised fastened to
advise Gaspar with the measures he
should take. His first was to leave i'm
~, ,,oJ;otoI,, Gov Poeon huror u,haro oil tho
interested parties were to assemble in a
few days. AS that was the spot where
the title alone could be regularized, Gas
par acceded, and declared his intention
to leave on the spot.
Thereupon Master Andrew furnished
| him with his best post-chaise and his fin
est horses. The barber also desired Flo
rette and the notary to accompany him {;
the latter to superntend the signing of
the respective papers.
During the journey Gaspar assumed all
the airs and dignities of n titled lord
At the last resting place before arriving
at Rosenburg, he complained bitterly of
the attendance the linen was coarse,
the china was cracked, and the covers
bruised. He declared his intention that
were he ever to travel again, he would
have a silver service similar to that of the
baron's
The wine he also condemned, and they
were obliged to supply him with few
bottles which had been reserved for some
grand occasion.
AT last Castle Rosenberg appeared in
the horizon, and when its splendid aven-
ues of stately poplars were in sight, Gas
par ordered the postillions to drive slow
er, so as to give him the opportunity Of
enjoying the view at his ease.
The barber had received on the road
information that the trustees would only
arrive on the morrow, but that the for
mcr landlords niece, Madame do Fre-
mont, was residing at the castle.
Effectively, on their approach she APP
peared at the head of the marble steps
which led to the mansion, and welcomed
the Frenchman with the grace of high
born lady.
Madam dc Fremont was widow,
twenty-five years of age.
The hairdresser discovered that the
baron had preceded them by several hours
and the widow introduced him as an old
friend.
Refreshments were ordered, and Gas
par did them honor with the ease of
man accustomed to be served, after which
they visited the different portions of the
estate. The Frenchman was carried
away with pride and joy and seated on
the soft cushions of luxurious carriage,
he looked scornfully on the passing peas
ants, who were trudging peacefully on
their way.
He seemee scarcely satisfied with his
new acquisition, and spoke of princely
alterations. Madame dc Fremont gaily
acquiesced, as also the baron, in more
reserved tone.
On their return to the castle he acted
still worse he found fault with the fur
niture, the servants, the table, and gave
freely his opinion of the change he wish
ed operated.
When the hour of retiring arrived, he
was conducted to the handsomest room
the castle afforded, where sumptuous
bed awaited him. He could not close his
eyes for several hours, and when ut last
sleep overlook him, he saw himself COW
cred with crosses and orders, bending his
knee to the king. When he awoke ,the
day had already advanced. He was
about rising, when he recolected that a
lord could not perform his toilet alon.-
lie therefore rang for his servant, who
began arranging his wardrobe suitable TO
man in his position.
Gaspar, who did not wish to expose his
ignorance, endured the slow, methodical
manner of his domestic until the hair
dressing commenced, when the recol-
lection Of his art carried him away, and.
snatching the comb from the Wallets hand
he gave him practical lesson on the
disposition of fronts, and the implanta-
ton of locks.
AT last, when completely attired, he
descended into the garden, where he per-
ceivcd Madam de Frement. who was re-
turning from her usual matinal walk.
Casper fastened to salute her, after the
fashion he had seen on some provincial
stage-that is, by kissing her hand.
Madam de Fremont loved the country,
especially Rosenburg, where she had
been raised therefore she was unconsol-
able that her uncle should have consent
ed before his death TO place the estate in |