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THK NliVll'fEEWfn T'UMUBY.
Alas! I ne'er can hope to feel
As other maidens once have felt, v ■
When gallant knights, in garb of steel,
In worship at their feet have knelt.
Such feelings would not do for me;
Nor for the nineteenth.century.
I dare not bind tho scarf of white
Around my stalwart lover's arm; '1
I dare not cheer him in the fight,
Or pray that he escape from harm.
Such things were far " too fast" for me,
And for the nineteenth .century.
I dare not greet him with a kiss,
* -Should he with glory crowned return,
Or say that I his present e miss,
, .Or Jong his whereabouts to learn.
Such questions were unfit for me,
And for the nineteenth century.
And if my love, my life; and soul, .
Wore poor, as nights have often been,
I dure not spurn him to the goal,
And proudly own myself his queen
Such love as this jk not for me,
Nor for the nineteenth century.
Or if disheartened-M-tta strife,
'' Myself the only solace near,
I dare uot say—make me tliy wife,
-Jtud I thy darkened lot will cheer.
Such madness were not fit for me,
. ; Nor for tlio uiuete nth century.
No ; calcinating, cold and proud,
•My heait must be to feeling dead,
I lpVe Bot, for '(is not allowed,
Ankl by mamma I'm always led.
She- says, " Koinauee is not for the,
Nor for the nineteenth ceutury."
THE BEIiL, OF TUB " BRANCH"
shall not remain in the city anoth
er week. I am resolved to have my
own way ia this matter- It i 9 a shaiue
to be shut UP li^ e tl»is when &11 my
iriends are enjoying the seashore. Yes,
I shall leave the city on Saturday! M&,
mind is made up, and when I resolve
upou a,jdan, I never yield."
This spirited speech came trom the!
lips of a pouting beauty, and was in
tended for the tears of ber husband,
who had been for the last half hour ab
sorbed in bis newspaper and cigar. He
had not lieird the first of tho speech,
but forcibly reminded of the latter
clause by the energy with which it was ;
uttered, i' 1
"TP the seashore, Nettie? I have a
in my .mind, that I'was to propose
this which I think you wilr
like better."
" What is it George?" } £
" To board in the country during the
three warmest months."
"In the country 1 For mercy's sake,
George, do not talk about the country;
£ place as gloomy as a churchyard, and
swafuiing with mosquuoes. L should
society those months."
"But I shall he out every evening,
Nettie, and we shall liave Sunday to
enjoy together, while if you go to the
Miaahorei I shall not We able to be with
yon at all; besides the enormous ex
pense of watering-places, with the fash
ionable. style kept up there, would be
a .serious obstacle in Che way."
" It need not be, I am sure, George,
I know you can afford this little ex
port and; |lwm»:too,; I bad rather
spend a fortnight at a general water
ing-place tlwm three months in the coun
try. 'JLive while we do Jive,' is my
Nettie, that yoo would be
pkuiscd with my plan/ for I have taken
great pains jU> secure au agreeable
borne for us, in a pleasant family in the
midst of a fine country villUge, where
UMCV are plenty of trees "and woods,
and handsome summer residences. You
canno* possibly be lonely there."
"Nobody goes into the country,
George, only those who cannot afford
-» v . * . -
'X\ 1-'- "
to go to the watering-pKces. All my
acquaintances have gWr to Newport,
or the Branch and going too."
Tnc next Saturday night found Net
tie domiciled at ogc of the most fash
ionable hotels at Branch," George
did not regret effort he had made
to gratify his wjte when ho saw how
happy she WHS Bjftde by it.
Nettie was pretty, and exceedingly
charming iu her appearance; a woman
just fitted to be petted and spoiled, as
there are people to do it. Her faults
had been engrafted into, not born in,
her character. God had given her the
great gift of beauty, and her parents,
her associates and instructors, felt priv
ileged to assail her young nature by
praise and flattery; to check every gen
erous impulse by constantly pamper
ittg to her childish whims pmldesires. ]
When sho grew -up she was more beau-1
tiful and winning, and as she developed
in ferace and beauty, just so much the
more was sho spoiled by those about
her.
Nettie found many of her friends
awaiting her at tho "Branch" who,
having gone before her, were ready to
introduce lier into the pleasures of the
season. Iler beauty and charming
ways were exceedingly attractive to
strangers, and she 89011 found herself
surrounded by admirers. had not
forgotten, during the two years of her
wedded life, Iferlittle arts ot,coquetry,
and knew very well how to control
homage. . h>|
Before she had beeu a week at the
hotel, Nettie was unanimously voted
the "belle of tho season."
This was a Very flattering position to
sustain, and in the midst of this tide of
admiration, she forgot what little good
sjmse nature had spared to her, and
plunged headlong into iashiou and
pleasure. A crowd of attendants were
pressing their services upon her. Her
talent for music was brought into use,
and no songs were more applauded
mian those of the charming Nettie.
Bln the midst of this homage, Nottie
[was awakended from her dream by a
I letter from George. It breathed only
pjnqposs and love. lie was happy bc
!imj she was enjoying herself so much,
i wrote in so cbeerftil a tone that it
issured Nettie, and gave ber courage
make new detnands upon his cxer
ns. More money was seriously need
ed to make the necessary change of
clothing. Tho belle of the season matt
not appear two nights in the Bame adorn
tugs. To excite the pride of her hus
she sent a paper containing an
|H»nut of the last ftte, in which her
i»|e 6houe most conspicuous of all the
bant stars iu that galaxy of boauty.
received this letter in his
woni out with over
worjjKiud its contents were anything
I ill *,1,1. inii to him. He bad dismiss-
Lis clerks to lessen expense,
am was performing the extra labor bim
pf lie bud not tonnd Hoie to leave
lb© city tor a day, but worked earfy
and late, and with renewed diligence.
|o make up for the unusual demands
|yg|n his purse. The money was sent
H a gentle remostrance, and deep
ai&iety least she should be injuring her
hdfch by this excess of dissipation. He
binlM at the time of her return,
andflLposet to go for her whenever
appoint the day of her de
left tie had no desire to leave a place
JPherc she was wiuniug such golden
honors. It was not a slight thing to be
H* of the Branch," and conse
quently tlie object of jealous euvy tp
mote wetfte ladies than herself.
A on, and the gay
to her husfiX, not even to assure him
of Poor George?
Ed to a snmmer. U was not possible for
►Nettie to tear herself away from the
of P l^ M
trouble she was bringing on her frith
ful husband, and thought only of her
self and her new friend. Bhfl W
borne On by the great whirlpool of
fashion, farvowl into deep, dangerous
places. But she was as ignorant as a
child of ber danger.
GRAHAM, N. C.,APBIL 13, 1875.
Count Leimrclo was flattered and
Ratified by his power over the beauti
ful woman, He became greatly enam
ored and, with the imiietuousness of
his national character, gave evidence of
his lov6 by the most untiring devotion.
Nettie was blinded b/ her own life of
excitement, and did not understand nor
believe the import of the Couut's atten
tions. ■ •-\ 1
While these events were transpiring
at Long Branch, George Cavauagh had
ample time for reflection. At first he
was and submissive, more for the
love ho bore toward his wife, and from
a natural desire to gratify all her wishes,
than from any weakness of character.
As the weeks passed by he grew rest
less nu I miserable, and at length
his resolution was formed, lie saw tho
danger to which his wile was exposed,
its no other person could, and he resolv
ed to save her from the sorrow that
might fall upon her unsuspecting head.
After mature reflccfin, George
Ouvauagh took upon liimsclt a disguise
that afforded him perfect security, and
made his way to Long Branch. Hero
he determined to mingle with the crowd
and watch his treasure from A distauce,
and yet be ucar to ward off danger, if
any should approach. His jealous love
colored with the brightest tinge every
little act; the homage rendered to his
fair and beautiiul wife seemed to him
the foulest insult. He kuew better
than Nettie the real char&oter that lay
beneath the pleasing exterior of her
many admirers.
Oo arriving at Long Branch, George
made but little effort to gain acquaint
ances. His purpose would be better
accomplished by retired seclusion. He
feared might recognize him,
should lie bo brought into her imme
diate presence. Ho stood afar off,
listening to the remarks of the by-stan
ders, and endeayored to learn from the
people the current oi conversation, the
esteem iu which she was held. 110 had
never seen her in such a blaze of glory
and splendor, and was bewildered by
the beauty of hor- appearance.
George Cavauagh was a man, and ho
believed in- his heart that Nettie was
true to him, although he kuew ftill well
her weakness of character which rc
quried, and even exacted, constant
homage from others. But now he saw,
as he never did before, his own part in
the fault. If danger tell upou her he
was responsible. What had he offered
her but this same doting, blind devo
tion? Never had he opened his miud,
with its wealth of knowledge and prac
tical experience to lier, and taught her
to prize it above flattery. For the first
time in hi* life be saw bis mistakes, and
obeying the impulses ef his generous
nature resolved to atone for it.
His quick, jealous eye won fell upon
Count Lenarde, and unnoticed, be
watched his movements every moment
when it Was possible to gain access to
binir He heard, as if by some super
natural power, the tender words of
parting, and the delicate flatteries ad
dressed to Nettie on the balcony, after
the dance had ceased. He followed his
wife like a guardian angel, and never
for a moment lost sight'of the purpose
that inspired him. He fancied he had
often noticed a strange look in Nettie's
face when she had been engaged in con
versation with Count Lenarde. It ex
pressed a vague fear—a slight forebod
ing of distrust and a breaking up of con
fidence. It indicated the power to
which sl»e was fast becoming subjected,
and her inability to rise above and con
quer it. - ?
One evening a party were strolling
toward the beach. It was a moonlight
evening, and nothing could surpass the
beauty of the sea, with the soft light
falling on the waters, and the white
pdls of little skiffe upon the waves. At
a distance ene solitary wanderer paced
up and down the beach, and occasion
ally seated himself on the rocks. The
gay party went down to the very edge
of the water. For some time the con
venation was general, but the beauty of
the nigbt templed them in different di
rections, and the company separated
into smeller groups, and loitered away
for quiet strolls. f T"y
Nettie and Count Lenardo were left
standing on the sandy shore. For a
few moments there was a silence hq*
bween tbem,Nettie being impressed with
tta> beauty of the moonlight sparkling
apctt&e smooth sea, and her compan
ion equally absorbed in his own con
shelving rock. George followed
tonnd himself so near as to distinguish
their lowest tones, and was yet secre
ted from view. He blushed*" wfcen
be thought of his position. It teemed
mean and dishonorable to be dogging
the steps of bis own wife. Bat the
thought of tho danger surrounding her
was the motive that prompted the act.
The influence of the evening was par
ticularly inspiring, and the impetuous
natuae of the Count burst out iuto ex
travagant expressions of love aud ten
derness. Now for the first time, did
the scales fall trom Nettie's eyes, so
that she saw dearly her position. She
resented the words addressed to her by
her companion, and, with all tho digni
ty ot her outraged woraau's nature,
threw back the insnlt offered to lier
wedded love.
But it was vain to strive to check the
fountain pent up iu (lie breast of the
young Count. She found, too late, that
her wiH was powerless. He eulreated
her to fly with him to his own country,
and pictured in most glowing colors the
splendors of that country. Nettie would,
have torn herself from him, had sho
possessed the power to d) so; but her
companion had clasped her arm, and,
as if tearing to lose his prize, held her
almost frantically iritis strong grasp.
. "All strategems are fair iu love, my
pretty Nettie," said the Count. ** I
have prepared this little surprise for
you."
At this moment a strong arm was
laid upon the Count, and a powerful
grasp wrested the lady fro >» his h)ld,
aud bore lier swiftly toward the car
riage. The Count was unprepared for
resistance, and the surprise of the at
tack so unsettled him as to loavo no
chance for regainiug the lady.
" Take this lady to the holel!"
said the stranger, with a voiee that
carried authority with it. She has taint
ed, aud must be taken immediately to
her room."
The coachman hesitated, not under
standing the turn affairs hud taken.
" Go!" said the rescuer. " and your
most extravagaut demands shall be sat
isfied."
At tho promise of bottor r muncra-1
tion, the coachman enlisted in the stran
ger's cause, and without farther delay
hurried the horses over the road. The
Count saw with deepest chagrin the
failure of his slrategem, and, to avoid
auy personal exposure, left the Branch
in the early morning boat.
Wheu Nettie again became conscious
she raised her head which had iioen
pillowed on her husband's shoulder, aud
joytully gave vent to her feelings., -
" O George! my dear true husbaud 1
from what danger have you rescued
me? Take me home with you, and
teach mo in the fotnre bow I can best
prove myself worthy of yonr love."
"Donot reproach yourself, Nettie;
yonr danger is past. lam guilty in a
participation of the wrong brought upon
you. We will begin a new life togeth
er, Mid God give us strength to perse
vere In It, and be made better by the
experience through which wo have
passed."
Nettie was soon able to accompany
her husband home to the city. The
bitter trial through which she had
peeeei bad her that there Is
something more noble for a woman to
reeeive than admiration and flattery.
. TUB HAM Was MM SAD.
He entered a hardware store in Wood*
ward arenas about tea o'clock Satur
day morning, and taking a seat by the
stove he beckoned to the propristot and
said:
" Sit down here; I want to speak
with yoo."
fie was a man wuo looked sad fross
the crown of bis bat to tho toes of his
boots. There were deep care lines on
his fees, his eyes were red and anx
ious leaking, and Ids tattered overooat
was drawn in at the waist by a wide
leather belt. 4;,, . .y**'- ,iJ
"Can we do aaytWng for you to
day?' askod the merchant, as he a*
down.
1 The sad man slowly wiped hfouoes,
slowly turned around, and slowty m-
it make mo feel sad when I re
flect that we have all got to die."
" Yes-urn," replied the merchant.
Christopher Columbus is dead!" con
tinued tblsad man," and who feels sud
about Makes?
wulbe called upon to rest from the la
bors of this life. Doesn't it make yes
feel sad when you think of It?" -
" Of course, we've *ll got to die," re
plied the merchant, aa he tossed a stray
nail over among the eight pennies.
"Andrew Jackson isdead,"continued
the sad man, a tear fklling on his hand,
Yes, Andrew has been gathered and a
good mail hat gone trom among us.
Were you acquainted with him.
" I believe uot," was the answer.
" JPeil, he was a fine man, and many
a night I have laid awake and cried Jo
think that he would be seen among as
no more forever. Yet, do yon hear any
waitftig and sobbing? Does anybody
seem to care a cent, whether Andrew
Jackson is dead or Bring? You or I
may be the next to go, and the world
will move on Just the same as if we had
never lived."
The Wurld can't of oourse stop for the
death of one man, MO matter bow great,''
said the merchant.
" That's what makes me so sad—
that's why I weep these tears I" answer
ed the man, wringing bis long, peaked
nose with vigorous griet. "William
Pennisdead. Once in a great while I
hear some one express sorrow, bat as
a general thing the world has forgotten
William with the rest. Don't it make
yon feel sad when yon reflect that you
will never see him again? Don't yon
feel like crying when yon think he Ha*
gone from among as?"
" 1 never hare time to think of these
things," answered the merchant, fond
ling the ooal stove-shaker.
" And Bhakspeare is gone, too!" ex
claimed the man, his chin quivering with
agitation; "we may sigh,and sigh, and
sigh, and wish, and wi»h,anrt wish, bat
i poor Shaky will never bo seen Bloving
with us again 1 The) have laid him
away to sleep his long sleep and a bright
lamp has been extinguished forever."
" Well, did yon want anything in the
line of hardware?" asked the merchant,
as he rose op.
" Can you speak of hardware to me
at such a time as this?" exclaimed the
sad man. " Knowing my sad feelings
seeing these tears and listing to my
broken voice, can you have the heart
to try ami force hardware upon me?"
The merchant went over to his desk,
and the sad own wrung Us nose again
aud went out.— Detroit FneProt*.
The following communication from
the Governor should have appeared
last week, and would but for our over
sight. It explains ittfif There nay
be trouble in store for those who have
been congratulating themselves over
the accomplishment of a smart tiring,
STATC or NORTH Canouva, )
• Jfeaocnvs DxpAumxnr, >
'■-v v Mamli flftrh \Sa& 1
UAiiUUISy McUO J
Sir:— I transmit herewith a certified
copy of a law passed by the General
Assembly at its lata session, enUtlod
"an Act in relation to changing gauge
of ltoUrond#/' ntHnj the 14th ofHirck«
1876, and yon are ■ respectfully and
earnestly requested to exercise due dil
igence in prosecuting and bringing to
trial any President, Director, Secreta
ry, and Treasurer, or any other oAeer,
servant or eaapteyee, who has either
directiv or indirectly advised, aided,
encouraged or assisted in My matter
part of the North Carolina Railroad, or
what la ooearnonly called the North
Danville Railroad.
VagniiiilfrHiy
a a. bmmmw,
To F. N. tendvfck, Br* MUter
of tlie 7th
"for mmiaui Tim eeb.
iuninni'l ji In fiTiw i>/ Am Dowm*!MVtftlK&
(iiiealion constkute % Qcivuff mini lit re
store it to tbc public doiQ&ic* The
riiioftrtHnr The runn will be inpcillotl
% NO. ,10..
r-. i '• J'• 1 . ' p ' " ■■""""'
The following correspondence has
has token place between the Governor
of Texas, and fee Secretory of War.
Trjops ulll be sent to the protection
of the people of Texas probably. They
might have been sent before bat, the In
terest of the republican party demand
ed that they sheuld be used to disperse ,
the legislature of Louisiana and coerce. >
from her people, a compromise of their
rights. The lives of American citizens f
are not to be regarded as of equal con
sequence with the success of individual
repablicans in securing office, especially
if they are connected with the Grant
'..VAuetw, March 30th, 187$, ......
To Mis Excellency U 8 Grant.
President of the United, States.
■ Mir:—The depredations of oiganixed
bands of robberries from the Republic
ofMaxioo have, of late, increased iu
frequency and atrocity to an extent
which threatens the depopulation of the
lower Rio Grande country. The alarm
in the country between the Nueces and
the Rio Grande consequent upon those
raids, fa» which our people are ruthless
ly murdered and their property forcibly
taken by these foreign dosporadoes, is
widespread, and unless relieved by «
some assurances of protection, must re
sult in a general break apof the settle
ment*. On the 36th of this month * l
large party of these robbers penetrated
the interior as far a* within eighteen
aiiies of Corpus Christi, sobbing stores
and reaches, and capturiug and destroy
ing |he United States mails. { appeal
to Your Exoelleney for protection for
th* people eCthatoevntry against these
invasions of outlaws from Mexico, sinee
they have been of almost weekly ocuar
rence for several months past, and are
increasing in force end boldness.
' The ettiaensoftfcat country have been
compelled, for the most part, to move
to the towns for protection, and no se
curity exists outside of these eorpora
tioua for life or property, and these in
tho towns even hold themselves In con
stant readiness for defence. 1 trust
that Yofer KxoeHeiicy will deem it prop
er to give security to tne people on the
iUo Grande border, in view of th« as
surance i now give you that an extreme
necessity exists forit« »'* ~.
Pjr very lespeotraiiy, , i &-
RICUABD Coxa,
: Governor qf Itoos.
| The Secretary of war sent the foUow
' U WasauwHoir, March 81,1876. J
To tk* Governor qf Texas..; j,, '• . J
The President absantyour tele*
be given to the military autliotitiee to
take immediate steps towards the pto
taction of the peotfle of Taxaa en tp
W. Bklxjuup. n
*' -i jif ,1 . — o|, llt . ra f -1
fiWPfWIly WmTs
Assembly of North Carolina do
former bifffld trom rwotiff hmhnsoiu
0H 0f befofft tfw firtt dif of lnwifl,
- otjife vßi theeHy of ChutoS
1 o» oil?*
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