Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1879-08-22
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tOl. Accustomed "A they both were TO the
spectacular .eifeots which society arranges fol
It's own delectation, the young men were
startled by the enchantment of the scene be
fore them. The dingy historical panorams
that girds the rotunda was hidden behind 9
wall Of flowers. The heights of the dome
were not visible, for beneath that was a tenn
porary interior dome OF red roses and white
lilies, which poured down from its concavity
q continual and almost oppressive shower OF
fragrance. From the centre of the floor as
cended to the height of forty or fifty feet A
single Jet of water, rendered Intensely lumi
nous by the newly discovered hydrolectric
process, and hoodinR the room with a light
ten times brighter than daylight, yet soft and
grateful as the light Of the moon. The air
Pulsated with music, for every flower IN the
dome overhead gave utterahce TO the notes
which Raibolini, in the Conservatoire at Par
Is, was sending across the Atlantic from the
vibrant tip OF his baton.
The friends had hardly reached the centre
OF the rotunda, where tho hydroectric fount-
ain threw aloft I've Jet OF blazing water, and
where two opposite streams of promenaders
from the north and the south wings OF the
Capitol met and mingled In an eddy OF polite
humanity, before Mr.. Walsingham Brown was
seized and led oil captive by some OF his
Warrington ncqualntances.
Wanlee pushed on, scarcely noticing his
friends detection. He directed his steps
wherever the crowd seemed thickest, casting
ahead and on either side Of him quick glances
OF inquiry, now and then exchanging bows
with people whom he recognized, but pausing
only once TO enter into conversation, That
was when he was accosted by General Quong,
the leader Of the Mongol-Vegetarian party
and the defeated candidate for President in
the campaign OF 1886 The veteran spoke fa-
mlliarly TO the young Congressman, and de-
tained him only moment. " You are look
ing for somebody, Wanleeb said General
OuOnn Efndlv 90 | aaa In I
you leave Of absencen
Mr.. Wanlec proceeded down the long corri-
dor that leads TO the Senate chamber, and CON
tinued there his eager search. Disappointed,
he turned back, retraced his steps to the ro-
tunda, and went to the other extremity OF the
Capitol The Hall of Representatives was re-
served for the dancers. From the great clock
above the Speakers desk issued the music OF
a waltz, to the rythm of which several hun
dred couples were whirllng over the polished
floor.
Wanlee stood at the door, watching the
couples as they moved before him in making
the circuit OF the hall. Presently his eyes be-
gan to sparkle. They were resting upon the
beautiful face and supple figure OF a girl in
white satin, who waltzed in perfect form with
young man, apparently an Italian. Wanlee
advanced step or two, and at the same in
stant the lady became aware of his presence
She said word to her partner, who immedl.
ately rellnqulshed her waist.
al have been expecting you this age" said
the girl, holding out her hand to Wanlee. " l
am delighted that you have come"
"Thank you, Miss Newtpn," said Wanlee
"You may retire, Francesca" she con-
tinued, turning to the young man who had
just been her partner. " / shall not need you
again"
The young man addressed as Francesca
bowed respectfully and departed without a
word.
"Let us not loose this lovely waltz" said
Miss Newton, putting her hand upon Wan
lees shoulder. cit will be my first this even
ing, ,,,,
lee, as they glided off together.
mo, Daniel" said Miss Newton, I" | haven't
danced with any gentleman"
The Mongolian thanked her with smile.
81 have made good use of francesca, how
ever" she went on. "What a blessing com
petent professional partner isl Only think,
our grandmothers, and even our mothers,
were Obliged to sit dlsmally around the walls
waiting the pleasure of their high and
mighty
She paused suddenly, for shade Of annoy
auce had fallen upon her partners face
" Forgive me-" she whispered, her head al
most upon his shoulder. Forgive me IL |
have, wounded you. You know, love, that
would not"
81 know it," he interrupted. "You are too
good and too noble to let that weigh feath-
er's weight In your estimation of the Man.
You never pause to think that nv mother and
my grandmother were not accustomed to meet
your mother and your grandmother in society
for the very excellent reason he continued,
with little bitterness in his tone" that my
mother had her handsfull In my fathers laun-
dry in San Francisco, while my grandmother's
social ideas hardly extended beyond the cabin
of our ancestral san-pan ON the Yaug-tse
Kiang. You do not care Tor that. But there
are others"
They waltzed on for some time In silence,
he thoughtfully and moody, and she sympa-
thetically concerned.
"And the Senator; where is he to.night?n
asked Wanlee at last.
"Papam said the girl, with frightened
little glance over her shoulder. "Ol papa
merely made his appearance here to bring me
and because 1t was expected of him. He has
against the Vegetables
Do you Think asked Wanlee, after few
minutes, whispering the worus very slowly
and very lowi "that the Senator has any sus-
picionn
1t was her turn now to manifest embarrass-
ment. ~ am very sure" she replied, THAT
papa has not the least idea in the world of it
all. And that is what worries me. | con-
stantlY feel that we are walking together on
a volcano. | know that we are right, and
that Heaven means 1t to be just as 1t is; yet /
cannot help trembling in my happiness. You
surd notions that still prevail in Massachu-
setts, and that papa is conservative among
the conservatives. He respects your ability
that l discovered long ago. Whenever you
speak in the House. he reads your remarks
with great attention. | think" she contin-
ued with forced laugh, THAT your argu-
ments bother him good deal"
This must have an end, Clara,n said the
Chinaman, as the music ceased and the waltz
ers stopped. cannot allow you to remain
day longer in an equlvocal position. My
honor and your own peace of mind require
that there shall be an explanation to your
father. Have you the courage to stake all
our happiness on one bold movei'
~ have courage" frankly replied the girl,
to go with you before my father and tell him
all. And, furthermore" she continued slight
ly pressing his arm and looking into his face
with charming blush, 81 have courage even
beyond that"
"You beloved little Puritan ~ was his reply.
AS they passed out of the Hall of Repre-
sentatiyes, they encountered Mr.. Walsingham
Brown with Miss Hoyette OF New York. The
New York lady spoke cordially to Miss New
ton, but recognized Wanlee with rather dis
tant bow. Wanlee's eyes sought and met
those of his friend. 81 may need your coun-
sci before morning" he said In a low voice.
All right, my dear fellow" said Mr.. Brown
"Depend on me-" And the two couples sep
arated.
The Mongolian and his Massachusetts, sweet
heart drifted with the tide into the supper.
room. Both were preoccupied with their own
thoughts. Almost mechanically, Wanlee led
his companion to corner of the supper room,
and established her In seat behind a screen
OF palmettos, sheltered from the observation
of the throng.
" Ii is nice of you to bring me here" said
the girl, "for am hungry after our waltz"
Intimate as their souls had become, this was
the first time that she had ever asked him for
food 1t was an innocent and natural request,
yet Wanlee shuddered when he heard 1t, and
bit his under lip to conceal his agitation. He
looked from behind the palmettos at the ta-
bles, loaded with delicate vlands and surround
ed by men eagerly pressing forward to obtain
refreshment for the ladies In their care. Wan
lee shuddered again at the spectacle. After a
momentary hesitation he returned to Miss
Newton, seated himself beside her, and, tax
ing her hand In his, began to speak deliberate
ly and earnestly.
"Clara," he said, 81 am going to ask you for
final proof of your affection. Do not start
and look alarmed but hear me patiently. II,
after hearing me, you still bid me bring you a