The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1878-03-20
THE FATAL MARRIAGE.

On the route to Longjumean, so
celebrated for its pastry, and for the
Postillion of Adam, we 6nd little
village called Antony. 1t was there
one evening that young man watch
ed attentively before the porte cochere
Of an inn. He wore hunting vest,
and might have been about twenty.
four years of age His figure was
well built, although slight; his hair
and moustache dark, and his large
expressive eyes were grey in color,
and full of fire. The person indicated
was in fact, a fine looking fellow,
whose name was Frederie-Theodore
Barberoux. Frederick was anxious
to marry, and was on the lookout
for a good match A handsome wo,
man. with plenty of money, and all
the many luxuries money can pur.
chase. was what he often dreamed OF
possessing.
At length the stage that brought
the passengers from the station or
rived at the inn. Barberoux looked
attentively at the occupants OF the
vehicle, and his admiration was most
particularly excited by the appear
ance of a young girl. who was ac-
by an elderly lady, who
appeared to be her mother Most of
the travellers descended for refresh
ments: but the ladies remained in
the coach. So greatly was Theodore
by the beauty of the young
stranger, that he decided to proceed
with them on their journey.
Having arranged for his seat with
the coachman be took possession Of
the same. A word Of civility to the
mother respecting his dog. who lay
at the feet of the young girl, served
as sort of introduction.
"Henriette, raise your dress or the
flounce will be creased" seeing the
girl gently caress the dog. whose nose
constantly sought her soft hand
"She is called Henriette,r thought
Barberoux. II must endeavor, if
possible to discover her family name,
and also in what part of the country
they live"
The coach ratified along the road,
and finally entered Longjumeau,
where the travellers gradually de-
scended one by one as they nesred
their different domiciles. Frederick
and finally remained alone
with Henriette and her mother. At
last the horses halted at the station,
where a servant awaited the coming
of the ladies A donkey stood be-
side her, and his bride was held
firmly in he- hand
Frederick aided his two compsn-
ions to alight, and then with be-
coming courtesy bowed his adieux.
Henriette and her mother had
opened their umbrellas to shade them
from the sun, and turned towards the
road leading to Epinay, little colo
nv or hamlet containing one poor
church and group Of houses. On
through Epinay they passed, and then
crossed to the village of Nillenoison.
Barberoux followed at a certain dis
tance, and at length saw them stop
before an elegant country residence !;
the gate was thrown open, and they
entered
Having CLEANED this much infor-
nation, Frederick, still greatly inter-
ested, determined to remain in the
at least until the fol-
lowing day, and slowly retraced his
steps. At the inn be made inquiry,
and Of the tslkative host soon learn
ed tha. Henriette was the daughter
of Monsieur de Corby, who was re-
puted to be very rich. 1t was sup
posed that Mademoiselle de Corby
had never been in love. The young
girl was rarely seen in public, and
when abroad was always accompa-
MED by her mother, who was con-
sidered proud aud quarrelsome. Al
though admitted to be ill-tempered,
Madame de Corby was, nevertheless,
mentioned as woman of good heart
and kind impulses she was MORE
over, faithful in the discharge of her
religious duties. As to Monsieur de
Corby, be was retired merchant, and
was completely governed by his
wife.
The next day after the completion
Of as satisfactory toilet as posi-
ble under the circumstances, Barbe-
roux strolled towards the residence
Of Monsieur de Corby, and on reach
ing the house paced to and fro before
the door, At length be saw car
riage drive up, and man clad in
black descend On seeing stranger
be looked inquiringly.
"Come here" be said brusquely !;
II wish to speak to you"
Without offering reply, Frederick
obeyed.
81 know you,n was the next word
spoken hurriedly.
"You do" responded Frederick.
''you say so but l am loss to know
who you are."
OF the person in question people
know very little, except that be was
q doctor of medicine, and practice !;
his science being that of the nino-
teeth century.
Placing bis hand on Bsrberoux's
arm, the physician whispered these
words:
"You wish to court Msdemoiselle
lie Corby? YoL love her,"
"How do Won know?"
Through science, l know much. >"
Without being naturally super.
,titious, Frederick was little dis
luieted by the meeting with the