Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1889-09-05

Nheh < Fea came nome.
Amy kueW-her charge too wen to advise
discrimination. That effort would have
raised embarrassment 10 such a pitch that
she might have fallen ILL., Things were
bad enough already. The aunt gave
vigorous reminder in the morning. with
the result that Louisa seemed almost idi-
otto when they met Mrs. Anthony de
clared 70 Fred that this was her manner
OF showing delight, and, under the pecul-
lar circumstances, the explanation was
not &C ually absurd. But it could not be
accepted long, when from day TO day the
girl grew paler and her pretty forehead
creased more deeply with lines OF Devil.
Gtred distress. Uncle and aunt urged
Fred 20 propose and have done with II at
once; they guaranteed Louisa's joyful con-
sent and they answered for the rest. Per.
picked and pitiful, amused also he would
not take that course.
On the third day, when they chaneed to
be alone, he asked: Are you In my cous-
ms confidence Miss Dermotf"
Perfectly, Captain Staymer.n
"Ihen You know that cur aunt has men
toned to her a certain wish of the family
with reference to her marriage"
81 know"
"And what does she Think"
"The family cares little what she thinks;
but l."
Pardon mel Lat us drop the family.
What were you going to say about your.
self"
dropping the family, say that your
conduct is brutal You know the poor
child is weak, that she is mentally unable
10 resist that she hates-hates the thought
of marrying you, and"
pardon me again Il is unnecessary TO
go further | have the information /
sought Now, Miss Dermot | am not
couceitod; on the contrary, always bear
in mind that have still much to learn,
and much experience to gather. At the
same time a man Of my age cannot be un-
aware that girls in general, are rather
pleased than otherwise TO be In his com
pany. Hitherto have never tested their
regard 10 the degree which the family has
done toward Louisa-resuming the family
just for moment. ! should like to know,
If you can tell me, where her objection
lies. Ii is a question purely selfish, but
not designed to satisfy mere curiosity. /
wish 10 learn because the hint may be use.
full nc a future time "
81 can IL tell you, sir Perhaps Louisa is
unreasonable but dislike is not governed
by common sense
"Oh-dislikel should be very sorry in.
deed TO think that my poor little cousin
entertaus such a strong feeling"
Il should not have said that. The word
escaped me believe that In her heart
she likes you very much, only-she does
not love you"
THANK you. Then we return TO the
question why notY"
Her hasty revolt against an inquiry
which seemed to be dictated by conceit--
though he denied twas checked by the
real feeling of his protest Amy had an
inspiration.
perhaps because she loves somebody
else"
"Ahl that is comforting explanation
Since You are in Louisas confidence, /
ventur. to disregard the perhaps WIN
you tell me all about itln
The inspiration stll upheld her Amy
told everything,
"What a dull young prlgl However, l
know Mark Thomas well enough. He is
honest as daylight, and he'll make little
Loo happy lam much Obliged to you,
Miss Dermotl Leave the rest to mo.n
"But, Captain Staymer, you will not be-
tray their secret 90 your aunt"
"NotifI know IT, by Jovew he an
swered, laughing "My excellent rela-
tiyes are SO devoted to my interests that
they would cut me of with shilling
all around Il they knew | was not follow
ing the course they recommend. BE quite
easyW
Mark had been away, making last eff
fort 30 borrow money without the formal
ity OF bill, against which his supersti'
tions protested. He came back IN high
satisfaction and discussed with immediate
interest the details Of his olopoment- for
an ei1psment was obviously necessary
Icuisa had still two year3 10 pass under
Mr. Antonys guardianship, and he would
never consent TO her marriage with mere
Thomas Amy was very anxious TO know
where he bad found the cash, but among
this young fellow virtues the ability to
keep a secret conspicuous.
One mor. .sIisa did not appear at
breakfast, au1 letter singuarly incoher-
ent gave the reason Amy had made up
her mind to watch the effect. but at the
last moment her courage gave way She
bIUDNl from inc iDplll htiolt NIB AAilh'
ony descended.
That lady's rage and stupor cauld not
be repressei before the servants, and Fred
took upon himself 20 order them away.
ITS "a dreadful business, of COURSE" Sc
said. "but Let us keep IL 10 ourselves
Confound that im udeut Young csunter
jumpcrl Egt fsgppose there's nothing we
can DO, uncle. They're married by this
time
"It's Mics p-mot's doing She shall
leave the baa s instant" cried Mrs.
Anthony. pulling the bell handle with such
violence tlat # broke "ril give her my
mind. IN tell her what she IL, the low
born hussy'
"Please don't be violent with the girl"
"You take her part, Fred2 She's been
practcing uer tricks on you, has shei
Thank Heaven. ! cau sec pla.nly enough,
and I'll show her ! cau speak Where are
those seryauts'" She tugged at the bell
aga,u, and finding no resistance, snapped
the handle OIL
or mus tell you aunt, that Miss Der
mot ia moi the one 20 blame" and he
frankly ayoged his share in the transac.
ti--.
Pru n4Enutes arfcryvard Fred left the