Connecticut western news., 1885-12-02

"I suppose the great creature might be of service to us, in case we should meet a-man-in our walks" she said
 "He's very kind," said Jessica.
 It was soon apparent that Pasha would follow her anywhere. He would stalk coptentedly at her side, and when she sat down among the rocks, lie down at her feet, with his head upon her little shoe He evidently grew very fond of Jessica, and Jessica was very fond of Pasha.
 One day they were under the cliffs.
 "Hark P said Becca. What's that"
 It was somebody who was whistling very clearly:
 A fox iuuifpssa Der the parsons gate.
 "A mani. safd Becca. "If he comes here I'll set the dog on him." she add ed fiercely.
 A handsome man somewhat under 30 came around the rocks, then paused suddenly, lifting his hat.
 Becca had no time to set the dog upon him. Pasha was off like shot, yelping with delight. He leaped up, planting his great fore-paws upon his masters breast and tapping his face.
 Down, down, Pasha, old fellowl Pardon, ladies. Misses Peppers, I am sure. am sure I cannot be mistaken; and perhaps you remember my face D'Albert of Calford. have been in the naval academy for the past year, and know your respected father we'll. You are seeking your health down here, Miss Peppers? An, and find it. You are looking finely"
 Few men have been brave enough to compliment Becca Perhaps that is why she mentioned the sex so tartly. Be that as it may, she forgot Jessica, and received MT. D'Albert very civilly.
 He was at the Oliver Hotel. Pasha was his property. He was on his way to Mrs. Greens, to pay the dogs bill.
 The four walked down the sands together. Miss Becca did not see any thing suspicious in the situation.
 Perhaps she was little bewildered at having a gentleman's arm to lean on, and gentleman's strong hand to help her over the rocks and gullies.
 As for Jessica, who tripped lightly ahead, with Pasha at her side, the sea sparkled brighter and the waves raced more madly than ever. Her cheeks were like roses, and her eyes like dia- monds.
 By paying marked attention to Bec- ca, MT. D'Albert managed to get a word and glance from Jessica during his visits, which came weekly.
 Mrs. Green stared.
 "Well," said Becca, apologetically, "Mr. D'Albert is not like common men,"
 Certainly he was not, to undertake the prosecution of so difficult siege.
 Demure little Jessica could not but smile at the patience and zeal with which her admirer continued his tac- tics.
 It was long time before Becca took alarm and guessed the truth.
 MT. D'Albert came to Mrs. Green 8 on Pasha's account. Pasha's bravery and intelligence was subject upon which they all agreed.
 Then, MT. D'Albert made their stay at the seaside much pleasanter by ire quent sails and rows. He bided his time. and by and by could not be shak- en off.
 He loved Jessiea and Jessica had learned to love him.
 Why he should not be her husband Becca could not say, especially as MT. D'Albert coolly signifed his intention of waiting any length of time for her pretty sister.
 Becca, who had fled from Calford with Jessica, returned with her engag- ed, with her fathers consent, to MT. D'Albert.
 MT. Peppers, taken back by the situ- ation, had weakened, and finally yield ed. Pasha also approved.
 And at the wedding Mrs. Japonica had her opportunity to see MT. D'Al- bert kiss his bride, Jessicd.