Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1894-10-06

So metamorphosed as she was in
her costume. none but the eyes Of
love could ha' recognized her. His
struggle was great, but he regained
the shore. AS he sat upon the pebbly
beach, her head resting upon his man.
ly shoulder, waiting for resturatives.
he chafed her hands and temples as
though she had been an infant. She
looked pure and lovely. like fair lily
drenched in storm. Soon a carria ge
was brought. All were so anxious, her
parents especially. He got up. All
wished to assist. but he waved his
hand to them not to disturb him,
placed her in the carriage and got in :;
also Mrs. Carroll. Soon they arrived at
the hotel. He took her in and care
fully placed her on the bed and sat
beside, still trying to soothe her.
The doctor thought May better, and
it was agreed upon by all to leave as
soon as May was able to travel. And
now that it was known to Mrs. Mon
tague that Rose was engaged, she
wished to get home to make prept.ra-
tions for her marriage, still not know
ing that it was May of the parsonage.
She thought that Mortimer was en-
raptured at first sight.
In a few days all started travel was
pleasant, and all felt well, but Nav was
was Jaded and tired. After few days
rest, | owever, she was herself again.
Mr.. and Mrs. Carroll were delighted
with their visit, but thought in week,
at farthest, they would start for Scot
land, as it was growing towards fall.
The days flew fast to May and Nor
timer. so happy as they were, and now
the mystery must be explained.
Said Mr.. Carroll to May
81 must be away for few days in
New York to purchase your trousseau. "
SO great preparations were made for
a double wedding, full dress in the par
sonage of the church where her father
had so long proclaimed the word of
truth, and what joy it would be could
he see her united to Mortimer, whom
he loved nearly as his own child.
Mr.. Carroll had returned and
brought with him a large trunk filled
with everything the incest, and in
vited Mrs. Montague to be present at
the unpacking. AS soon as she came
in Mr.. Carroll remarked
my dear madam, we have played
great 'use on you. May is not our
child, but my brothers, so much la
mented by us. But she is an only heir
to clear $lOO, 900, which, next Thurs
day, the day appointed for her mar
riage, will be hers"
Mrs. Montague threw her arms
around May and kissed her, saying
"Welcome, dearest May, as our
daughter
The day appointed dawned bright
and lovely. Many invitations were
out, and as the carriage drew up to
the door, O'Donahue got out and ap-
peared grandly in his full dress suit.
May and Rose soon made their ap-
pearance-Rose in white corded silk.
en- train, orange flowers forming a
coronet from which hung magnificent
lace veil pearl necklace and earrings ;
she held boquet of Mareschal Mel
buds in her hand. The pearls were
the groom's gift; also handsome
watch and chain and many other cost.
ly presents. May was attired in white
satin; point lace veil, caught on top
with a diamond crescent; V-shaped
neck diamond necklace and earrings
a present from Mortimer, and IN her
hand she held bunch of nephetos
rosebuds. She looked lovely and regal
as she leaned so confdingly on noble
Mortimer's arm. She had many pres
ents--the first from her father, $l0O, 900.
AS they entered the church many
exclamations of admiration were made,
such as
80, my. they do look splendid !!
What handsome gentleman Mr..
O'Donahue is and Rose, dear child,
is too lovely And Mortimer-how no.
BILE and handsome, and May looks like
a real queen, and so beautiful she is."
The ceremony was short but very
impressive. Mrs. Montague wept
audibly, Both her children to leave
her was hard trial.
The congratulations having been
given, they returned home to take re-
freshments and prepare for the long
tour to Ireland and Scotland. The
time for their departure soon came.
AS the carriage rolled up the avenue it
was heart-rending to behold Rose and
her mother The latter remarked
"But, my darling, you will come
again soon"
"Certalnly, ma" said Mortimer;
"but now goodbye throwing his
arms around her.
"God bless you, my children /" said
his father.
They drove slowly away, MS if re-
luctantly, from the door, and Mr.. and
Mrs. Montague were alone.