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ACC‘0.\ll‘Ai\'1l-ID BY THE CASH 'ro INSURI-2 l.\'SE[i'l‘lOi\'.
0 lrender it an object for a person having the means
5 . pose of elegant improvement.
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I broad level from on the Danbury,
road, about
walk, is offered for sale ata price which will
land wishing to procure a small farm fortlie pur-
_ On the premises
-15 some six or eiglitacres of wood and timber,
-soine fruit, under good fence and in a high state
ofcultivation. ~There is not a place on this road
and few in the vicinity, that lies so favorably,
that can be obtained on so easy terms. Any
person wishing to purchase can obtain any in-
formation by inquiring at this office.
JOB PRINTENG,
OF ALL KINDS
llllxemitetl at the Gaitzeitie QMEEN3.
EAP. 'KlD’S treasure has not yet proved “come-at-able”—Tliere has been no engagement
with Mexico—_—The Rail Road to the Pacific is not completed—and the mass ofthc people
are not ignorant thatihe “Bridge Store” is the place ofall others, for Eizitrgaaiiiiiis, more tancr..' le
than the buried treasures oftlie “Ocean Monarch,” cheap for Mexican coin, and will be rece
direct from the Eastern Empire by the first train via. Oregon.
Numerous are the wonders of the present day.
islied at, and admire the wonderful celebrity of €3‘::'::2i:-ii:tzaa’s
ers which daily resort to his tray emporium and the “countless thousands” they there exchange
for his rich fabrics. But here is after all no secret.
and its talisman ic influence. Let others, iftliey
give us, say we, the smart! profits of a iiieaivy tirzii «lie. _
Our friends areaware of this peculiarity of our establislimcnt, and cannot be enticed from the
right path, the plain road to the “Old Bridge Store” of
d.
N orwalli has her wonders. Many are aston-
rer-c—at the crowds of custom-
\Vho but linslicard ofthe “nimble sixpence”
will, be content with the “slow shilling,” but
(‘. J. GRUMAN.
ENTAL §utr;_:‘ery.—Dr. Hill otlers his
services to the public in c-very department
of Dental Surgcr]/. His Oflice continues where
it has been for the last seven years,——a few doors
"West of the Bridge.
No personal consideration, or private prejudice
will deter him from faithfully serving those who
may solicit his professional aid.
Norwalk May 7. 1845.
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'E‘ectii 2
lfi. Easton, Surgeon and I\‘IC(:ll«')lll("Z]l
_ Dentist, (Orlice opposite James Mallory
65 Co.) takes this opportnninily, after returning
from New York, to tender his thanks to his nu-
merous patrons. in Norwalk and vicinity for
their prompt calling and custom (say nothing
about the Rhino) and hopes that the year 1845.
will prove successful as well as fruitful to all
his |abors—therefore hurry up one and all tothe
mark, and yen will fiind yourself doubly paid
for all your groans as you recline in the Old
Arm Chair. All kinds ofTecih inserted in the
best inatiner, either single or in sctts. Filling
done with gold. ceineat and tin. Decayed por-
tions removed. irregular ones reinctlietl (Sac.
N. B. To those who are not aware ofthe fact
Dr. Easton has been in his practice for the last
12 years. and he feels himself master of every
I)l'al1(‘.ll ofhis profeession. ’
Dr. Easton,wlien not at his Ollice, may be
found at his residence, second house above Mr.
Eamb’s Blacksmith Shep.
References —-Rev. Edwin I‘I:-Ill. Rev. J. J.
VVoolsey, Rev. S. I3. S. Bissell, Geo. St. John.
Alfred Mallory, \V K. Lewis, C. J. Grnrnan,
James Mallory, Jonathan Cai:iip.Henrv Thom-
as, Stephen Smith, Hon. Clark Bissell. George
Meeker, George Mzirviii, Andrew Turney.
Norwalk , Snlivan L\'lonlton, Vfestport.
Norwalk, May 5 1845.
C UTLER Y, c§~c.
FE‘ HE subscriber offers for sale as cheap as
can be found in any establishment in Fair-
field county, a large and comp‘ete assortment of
Ilardtvare, Cutlcrt , cj-c. among which may be
t'ound—— [saws
Hand, panel, cumpass, cross cut, back and mill
English and American chisels of all sizes
English and American drawing knives
Fore,jack, smoothing,matcl1 and rabbitt planes
Braces and bitts of all kinds
Concave and common augers
Hollows and Bounds, sash planes, Grecian ovals
O G and Filletts, side rabbitt, beads and plows
Common and mortice Gouges
Iron and steel squares, bevels and try squares
Plane irons of all sizes and qualities
A large assortment of shell and auger bitts
Broad and narrow Axes
Iron strap hinges all sizes [Locks
Rim, upright, mortice, till, trunk chest and pad
Clark’s common, table and Parliament Butts
Plows and castings—manure forks
Cast steel, English and Amer. shovels, spades etc
Bed keys &. screws—escutcheon and glass knobs
Crowbars, cart and wagon boxes _
Trace, halter, dog and lock chains ' [sticks
Well wheels, and ropc—brass and iron candle-
Iron cook pots of all sizes, brass and iron kettles
Carvers table and desert knives and forks
Sauce and frying pans—gridit'0nS
Wash tubs and boards——door mats
Blanking, horse, scrubbing dc whitewash brushes
Cast Iron furnaces, spiders, and lire dogs
Shovels and tongs, stub scytlics, window glass
sashes, &c.
.29 full assortment of Iron and Steel.
English Iron wagon tyre, from 13; to If,» in 611
all thicknesses
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English do cart do from 2; to 3 d
Swedes do do do from 25 to 3
American do round do from 1}, to § do
American do square do f-om 1 to 3 do
Hoop and Band Iron, all widths
Saunderson dz. Co’s best quality cast steel 3 and
E’; octogon, and 1;}. 1. 1;. 3, square.
All these articles kept constantly on hand and
for sale by CHAS. ISAACS.
Cheap Goods.
Owr Motto is Small Profits, Large Scales
and Untiring Al/.ention to Business.
E liavejust received another large lot of
very desirable Dry Goods. VVe will
not attempt to ennumerate, but say to all. far
and near that we are determined to offer induce-
ments equal. ifnot superior to any in Fairtield
County in the sale of Cheap rich Dry Goods.
Our stock is large and we intend to keep it
so through the spring and summer, so that per-
sens coming from a distance can find the Goods
I0 suit, and what is always desir_able_. cheap.-
We respectfully solicit an examination of our
goods and prices. COMSTOCK 5: HALL.
ADEDELIEEEEY. on ofthe pub-
lie is invited to the large and elegantassort-
ment of Harnesses, Saddles, Bridles, Whips,
Trunks, &c. to be found at the establishment of
the s'ubscriber. It is believed to be no exagera-
tion that this place, nor any otlierin the vicinity
has been able to produce so rich a variety, par-
ticularly in the Harness line. They are ready
made and complete at a momcnt’s notice. \Vho-
ever will take the trouble to examine, will find
that the workmanship of these articles cannot be
surpassed. Among the lot are several sets of
double Harnesses. which are worthy the atten-
tion oftliose fitting out pleasure'equipages.—
There are also several very lightand airy single
harnesses, designed for neatness but manufactur-
ed ofthe. best materials,and embracing the double
merit of security and tastefulness. Every article
needed in the line, may be found here, of the
best quality. and on very moderate terms. Be-
pairing as usual. ITM B SWAN.
Norwalk, April 29, 18-15. 18
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,?t'§‘~{JElllE:s.—Tlie subscriber has now
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-3“ on hand a large assortment of gold and
silver \Vatclies at very low prices, also, some
good second hand silver watches extreinelv
cheap. \Vatches of all kinds carefully repaired
and warranted. Work and jobs of all kinds,
thankfully received and done at sliortnotice.
C E Disnnow.
7EjRE'I'i't‘IIiI,——\Ve’t'e a lot ofgood Britannia
Teapots, the cheapest ever offered in this
market, try us, and see ifthis is not trite. Table
Matts, for preserving Tables and table covers, a
useful article, at Disnnows.
X Large lot of Gold Spectacles this day fin-
ll islied, also Silver, of every style ofglass,at
wliolcsale or retail, do. Silver Spoons as good as‘
can be made. Looking Glasses, Clocks, and
Tea \‘Vaiters in abundance, all at Disnnows.
AL I. at C E Disbrows, for allsortsofCombs,
Tooth, Nail, Cloth and Hair Brushes, alll
sorts Shaving Tools, Fancy Soaps, pcrfumery,‘
Penknives, Scissors the best kind, Jewelry of all
sorts—every thing usually kept in a Furnishing
store.
Elfi.‘i‘i§‘.VH,§.—.lListreceived asplendid assort-i
L2 ment of Shawls adapted to the season, such l
as Barege and Muslin dc Lains, plain and satin
striped borders. Embroidered and Damask do.
at ilic Branch Store of T L 8: J R. PECK.
Sl1KH'E‘IlEf’.§
IFas§iionii::bie flair Dressing Saioon.
HIS establishment has been removed from
Tlionias’ Building, to the Room on the
eastenrl of Burrall’s Block, where the proprie-
tor will give every attention to his cusinmersin
the line of Shainpoonimz, Hair Cutting, and
Curling. Ladies curls done up in the must
tasteful manner.
‘A large quantity of perfumery and Children’s
Toys have been added to the stock of the sub
scriber which will be sold on the’ most reasona-
ble terms.
3 Norwalk, April 1845. 16
LK. MODE for Ladies’ Hats at
Grurnan’s.
U1VIBEI§.—At the South Norwalk Lan-
dinrr-—
50,000 5 Feet of Boards and Plank
10,000 “ Siding
10,000 “ 5-8 Box boards
1,000 Dress Plank
2,000 Piece Boards
1,000 Wall Strips
500 3-4 Joist
200 Bunches Shingles
A Choice Fnirm for §alc.
l__. A Plot ofground ofregularform, (an
-as oblong) embracing 30 acres with a
3 1-2 miles from the borough ofNor-
POETRY.
STANZAS.
We never more may meet, Mary-—
Years have between us rolled,
And hearts that loved us dearly once,
ln distant graves are cold;
And all the friends ofyoutb, Mary,
The deeply tried and true,
Are scattered like the flowers that smiled
When cliildhood’s feelings grew.
Our hearts were like the buds, Mary,
That simple Nature weaves,
And our feelings did together run
Like dew drops on the leaves ;
But otir hearts have like the buds, Mary,
Been withered long ago,
And feelings like the stainless dew
VVe never more may know.
I know not if your heart, Wary,
Be altered in its truth;
Or ifit still retains for me,
One feeling of your youth;
For distance can divide, Mary,
And time can waste away
The dearest things oflove and hope,
That blossom in our way.
But fresh and green to me, Mary,
Are chil_dhood’s memories yet ;
And I have wished a thousand times,
I only could. forget:
But, still those shades, like spirit-bands,
Come stealing back to me,
And night and day, like fairy hours,
Keep whispering of thee.
\Ve never more may meet, Mary—.
I would not, if we might ;
For time and change uiust make me now
A slranger in thy sight:
Far letter dream we are the friends
VVe parted long ago—
With a shade upon thy heart that‘ mocked
The light upon thy brow. '
Ptibli.-‘lied by Request.
THE S.»’ill\"I"S Rl:'.S'I‘.
In deep suspense I sought to know,
lfoti terrestrial ground,
For man, a pilgrim her below,
A resting place is found.
I sotight in wealth, and fondly said,
My hopes shall tiow be crowned ;
But cheering hope long since has fled:
No resting place I found.
O’er frindship’s flow’ry plains I ranged,
Awhile her sky was clear,
- But ah! how soon the scene was changed :'
No resting place was here.
I still soughton, not yet resigned,
A restiiigplace to gain,
Till reason‘s voice, thrilled through my mind,
And said, “ ’Tis all in vain.”
Dislieartened with the fruitless chase,
I said, “and can it be
That there is not a resting place,
Forwcaried ones like me.”
Whenlo! a form Divine appeared;
Her vision glowed with love:
With accents sweet, my heart she cheered,
And pointed me above.
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“Cease, cease,” she said, “in things below
To seek thy spirit’s rest:
Eartl.’s brightest gems, fond mortal know,
Are vanity at best.
Seek, seek thy God, and ask for grace,
While yet it may be found;
Theti wilt thou find a resting place,
E’n on terrestrial ground.
Then will thy calm and peaceful mind,
By faitli’s strong vision see,
That sweeter rest which thou shalt find,
When from this vale set free.”
I sought and found a resting place
In Jesus’ pardoning love,
And now by faith I clearly trace
A perfect rest above.
‘only distillery in that region,/was a ma-
From the Louisville Advertiser‘.
THE FORGED l’.-\'I‘I<]N'I‘.
av JOHN iuussi-21.1..
Remember you a case like that ? Or if
Your memory none records is such a one
So much at odds with probability
Your fancy cannot imagine it ?
tat he was not inured to the hardshipsfure with which they bestowed favors upon I VVilson promised he should have on those-
oa frontier life, or labor of any kind.-
llit his dress bore a strange contrast with
It; appearonce and manners. He wore :1
hinting coat of the coarsest liiisey wool-
S07, -.3 common straw hat, and :1 pair of
del.-s'.in mocassins. A large pack com-
pl!-icd his equipment. _ ’
,vcry one gazed with curiosity upon
t,lie=._new comer. In their eagerness to
leari who he was, whence he came, and
wlitl: was his business, the horse swap was
lefiunfinished--the rifle was laid aside,
andcven the busy tin cup had a temporary
respte.
The young man approached ’Squirel,
Crlsby, whom even a stranger could dis-
tiiilglllsll as the principal person among
tliz-,;n, and anxiously inquired for a house
wlnre he could be accommodated, saying '
that he was extremely ill and felt all the V
thr,‘ symptoms of an approacliing fever. 3
Crosby eyed him keenly and suspi-'
cichsly for a moment without uttering a
wcrrl. Knavcs and swindlcrs had been‘
1-edyzntly abroad, and the language of thel
yoltli betrayed that he was a “Yankee,” aj
riaile at that time associated in the minds"
of lie “ignorant” with every thing that is
basi. Mistaltiiig the silence of Crosby
forh fear ofhis inability to pay, the strati-
gcilsmiled and said, "'1 am not without
inoley,” and putting his hand to his
poqitet to give occulai‘ proof of the asser-
tion, he was horror-struck to find that his
polket book was gone. It contained every
ceit of his money, besides papers of great
valie to him. ,
’.'Vitliout a fai'tliing—without even a
single letter or paper to attest that his
character was even lionoi*able—in a strange
land, and sickness rapidly coming ttpon
liiri—tlio..=.e feelings iiearly drove him to
(lo;-‘pair. The Sqttire who prided himself
on his sagacity in detecting villains, now
foitnd the use of his tongue. \Vitlia loud
and snceriug voice he said,-—“Sti'anger,
you are bariting tip the wrong tree if you
think to “cotch” me with “that ar” Yankee
trick of yourn.” He proceeded in that in-
liitinau strain, SeCOl1f_lC(I by nearly every
one present, for the “Squarr” was power-
ful, and few dared displcase him. The
youth felt keenly in his desolate situation,
and casting his eye around over the group,
in a deep tone of anxiety inquired, “Is
there none who will receive me?’ “Yes:
I will,” cried a man among the crowd;
“yes, sti‘aii_;:er,1 will sheltcryou.” Then,
in a lower tone, he added, “I know not
whether you are deserving, but I know
that you are a fellow being, and in sick-
ness and in want; and for the sake ofHim
u“?;o Ciicil for the guilty, if not for your
own sake, tvilll be kind to you.
Tlieman who stepped forth and prof-
fcrcd a home to the youth in the hour ofsuf-
fering, was Simon Davis, an elderly man,
who resided near Crosby, and the later was
a deadly enemy. Uncle Simon, as he was
called, never retaliated, and bore the many
prosecutions of his vindictive neighbor
without; complaint. His family consisted
of himself and daughter, his only child,
an affectionate girl of seventeen.
The youth heard the offer ofMr. Davis,
but heard no more, for, overcome by his
feelings and extreme illness, he fell insen-
sible to the earth. He was conveyed to
the house of his benefactor and a pliysi—
cian called. Long was the struggle be-
tween life and death. Tliough unconscious,
he called upon his mother and sister,
almost incessantly, to aid him. When
the yoigitli was laid uponlicr bed, and she
heard him calling for his sister, Lttcy Da-
vis wept, and said to him, young man,
your sister is far distant, but I will be to
you a sister.” “fell did this dark eyed
maiden keep her promise. Day and night
did she watch over him, except during the
short intervals when she yielded her post
at his side to her father.
At length the crisis of the disorder ar-
l
The changes which the last twenty years
have wrought in Illinois, would be incred-'
ible to any who has not witnessed them. ,
At that period the settlements were fcw,andi
the spirit of enterprise which now pervades ,
every corner of the State, had not beeirj
awakened. The bluffs of the beautiful;
Illinois river had never sent back the,
echo of steam engine. VVithout a marketl
for their prodticc, the farrriers confined
their labors to the wants of their families.,
Corn was nearly the only crop raised, and
from the time it was “laid by,” near thel
end ofJune, till “pulling ti rte” in Novern-E
her, was a holiday, and the intervening,
period was passed in idleness, except the;
Saturdays. On that day, duly as it ar-
rived, the settlers far and near, collected"
at the distillery, and amused themselvesl
with shooting at a mark, “trading nags,”,
and too often when the tin cup had passed,
freely round, in fighting. '
This is by no means a picture of all the?
settlements of that early period, but that it‘
is graphically true of many, none of the
old settlers will deny. But to my nar-
rative.
On Saturday afternoon, in the year
1819, a young man was seen approaching,
with slow and weary steps, the house or
rather the distillery of Squire Crosby, of
Brent’s Prarie, an obscure settlement on
the Military Tract. As tisttal on that day,
a large collection of people were amusing
themselves at Crosby’s, who owned the
gistrate, and regarded by the settlers as a
rich, and consequently a grea't.man.
The youth who now came upto the group
was apparently about ttventy/years of age‘,
and of slender form, fair_'.and' dark coin-
plexion, with the air of one accustomed to
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lgood society, and it was evident at ajglance
rived——the day that was tovdecide the
question of life and death. Lucy bent
over him with intense aiixiety,\vatching
every expression of his features, hardly
daring to breathe, so fearful was she of,
awakirig him from the only sound sleep he
had enjoyed for nine long days and nights.
At length he awoke and gazed up in the
face of Lucy Davis, and faintly inquired,
“wliere am II” There was intelligence
in that look. Youth and a good constitu-
tion had obtained the mastery. Lttcy felt
that he was spared, and bursting into a
flood of irrepressible, grateful tears, rushed
out of the room.
It was two weeks more before he could
sit tip even for a short time. He had al-
ready acquainted them with his name and
residence, but they had no curiosity to
learn anything further, and forbid giving
his story till he became stronger. His
name was Charles Wilson, and his parental
home, Boston.
A few days afterwards, when Mr. Davis
was absent: from home, and Lucy engaged
about her household affairs, I/Vilson saw
at the head of his bed, his pack, and re-
collecting sojmietliing that he wanted,
opened it., The first thing he saw was
the identical book whose loss ha;l excited
so miiny regrets. ’ He recollected having
placed it there the morning before he
rekiclied Brent’s ‘Prairie, but in the confu-
sion .,of the moment that circumstance
was forgotten." He examined and found
everything as he left it. _
The discovery nearly restored him to
health, but be resolved at present to con-
fine the secret in his own bosom. It was
gratifying to him to witness the entire
confidence they reposed in the honor
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Land integrity of a stranger, and the pleas-
lone whom they supposed could make no
return bitt thanks.
Night came, and Mr. Davis did not re-
turn. Lttcy passed a sleepless night. In
the morning she watched hour after hour
for his coming, and when sunset approach-
ed and he was still absent, terrified at his’
long and unusual stay, she was setting out
to procure a neighbor to go in search of
him, when her parent hove in sight. She
ran to meet him, and was bestowing upon
him a thousand endearing expressions of
affection, when his haggard, woe begone
countenance startled her.
He tittered not a word, and went into’
his house and seated himself in silence.
It was in vain that she attempted to cheer
him. After a long pause, dtiring which a
powerful struggle was going on in his feel-
tugs-—he rose and took his daughter by
the hand and led her into the room where
Wilsoii was seated. “You know all.” he
said, “I am ruined—I am a beggar. In a
few days I must quit this house-—1.hc farm
which I have so highly improved and
thought my own.” He proceeded to state
that a few days before, Crosby, in a
moment of ungovernable malice, taunted
him with being a beggar, and told, him
that he was now in his power, and he
would crush him under his feet. ‘When
Mr. Davis smiled at what be regarded as
an impotent threat—Crosby, to convince
him, told him that the patent of. his farm
was a forged one, and the claim of Davis,
to the farm, not worth a farthiiig.
It may be proper to observe, that coun-
terfeiting soldier’s patents was a regular
business in some of the eastern cities, and
hundreds Iiad been duped. “It is not for
myself,” said the old man, “that I grieve
at this misfortune. I am advanced in life,
and it matters not how or where Ipass the
remaining days of my existence. I have
a home beyond the stars, where your moth-
er has gone before me, and where I would
have long since joined her, bad Inot lived
to protect her child, my own, affectionate
Lucy.” The weeping girl flung her arms
around the neck of her father, and poured
her tears upon his bosom. “VVe can be
happy still,” said she “for I am young and
can easily support us both."
A new scene followed in which another
individual was a principal actor. Ishall
leave the reader to form his own opinion
of it, and barely remark, that at the close,
the old man took the hand of Lucy and
young Wilson, and then joining them,
said, “my children I cheerfully consent to
your union. Though poor, with a good
terms, provided be forwarded a certificate
from the judge of the Circuit Court that
the land was worth no more. The letter
just received enclosed the certificate in
question. Mr. Wilson had given this tract
to Charles, and putting the letter and cer-
tificate‘ into his hand, enjoined upon him to
deed-it to the writer agreeable to promise
on his arrival in Illinois.
The remarks of Mr. Davis forcibly re-
minded young \Vilson of this incident,
‘and on the next morning after he became
acquainted with the design of Crosby,
with a trembling hand examined theletter
and certificate. It was written by Crosby
and the landhe wished to percliase, the
identical farm of Davis.
Astonished that his friend, the judge,-
should certify that the land was worth ‘no
more, Mr. Davis asked to see the certifi-
cate; and after a moments's examination,
nnhesitatingly pronounced the signature a
forgery. ~
An explanation from the young man
now became necessary, and calling Lucy
into the room, told them his story, and
laid before them a pile ofpatents and bank
notes, one after another, till the sum reach-
ed thousands.
It was a day of thankful happiness‘ to
Simon Davis and his daughter, and not less
so to young Wilson.-
Not long after this scene, Crosby enter-
ed. His air was that of a man who has
an enemy in his power and intends to
trample upon him. He scarcely noticed
\Vilson, except with a look of contempt.
After pouring out all his maledictions up-
on the family, he advised them to leave
immediately. The old man inquired ifhe
would give him nothing for the improve-
mcnts made? The answer was, “Not a
cent!” “You certainly would not,” said
Wilson, “drive out this old man and his
daughter peiiniless into the world?”
“What’s that to you 7.” replied Crosby,
with a. look of malice and contempt.
“I will answer you that question,” said
VVilson, and acquainted him with what the
rcaderhas already learned. Crosby was
at first stupefied with astonishment, but
‘when he saw that all his schemes ofvillia-
ny were defeated, and proof of his having
committed forgery could be established,
his assurance forsook him, and he threw
himself on his knees and begged—first the
old man, then Lucy and Wilson, to spare
him.
Much as they pitted, it was impossible
for them not to despise the meanness of
conscience you can"be happy. I know,
Charles, that you -will be ‘kind to my
daughter, for a few nights ago, when you
thought no human car could hear you, I
heard you fervently implore the blessing
of heaven upon my grey hairs, and that
God would rew rd my child for all her
kindness to you.” Taking down his fam-
ily bible, the venerable old man added, “it
is a season of affliction, but we are not
forsaken, let us look for support to Him
who has promised to sustain us.” He
opened the book and read-—“Although
ili'3‘lTg tree shall not blossom, neither shall
frtiit be in the vine, the labors ofthe olive
shall fail and the fields shall yield no meat;
the flocks shall be cut off from the fold,
and there shall be no herd in the stall, yet
will 1 rejoice in the Lord; I will rejoice
in the God of my salvation.”
Charles and Lucy knelt beside the ven-
erable old irian and while he prayed, they
wept tears of grateful emotion.
It was a sleepless but not an unhappy
night to the three inhabitants of the neat
and cheerful dwelling they were about to
leave and go they knew not where. It was
then that young\Vilson learned the real val-
ue of money. By means of it he could give
a shelter to those who had kindly received
him when every other was closed upon
him.
All night long he thought of the Forged
Patent. There were a few words dropped
by Mr. Davis, which he could not (lismis
from his m,ind——that Crosby had written to
‘the real owner of the land, and obtained
‘the promise ofa deed.
It is now time for the reader to become
more fully acquainted with the history of
the young stranger.
His father, Charles VVilson, Senr. was a
merchant of Boston, who had acquired an
immense fortune. At the close ofthe late
war, when the soldiers received from the
Government, their bounty of 160 acres of
land, many of them offered their patents
to Mr. VVilson for sale. Finding that they
were resolved to sell them, he concluded
to save them from sacrifice of their hard
earnings and purchased at a fair price all
that were offered. In three years no small
portion of the Military Tractcame into
his possession.
On the day that Charles became of age,
he gave him a deed of the principal part of
this land in Illinois, and insisted that he
should go out to see it, and if he liked the
country, settle there. Wishing him to be-
come identified with the people, he recom-
mended his son on his arrival in the State,-
to lay aside his broadcloth, and dress like
a backwoodsman.
In compliance with this suggestion, the
young man had assumed a rude and rustic
dress so inappropriate to his appearance
and manners, as to excite some suspicions
that he had some motives for concealing
his real character. »
On the morning of his son's departure,
Mr. Wilson received a letter from a man
in Illinois who had frequently written.-—
He wished to purchase a certain quarter
section at government price, which Mr.
his applications.
\Vilson told him that he deserved no
mercy, that a moment since he would
have driven the family of Davis from their
home, without even the means of tempo-
rary support. He would pay Crosbyafair
price for his property, and forbear prose-
cuting him on condition of his instantly
quitting the country.
Crosby accepted the offer. The writings
were made out that; day, and before morn-
ing, he and his family were on their way
to Texas.
Why should I spin out the narrative 'l—
Lucy and Charles were married, and tho’
a splendid mansion soon rose tip on the
farm ofMr. Davis, both love far better the
little room where she had solong and anx-
iously watched over the sick bed of the
liouselcss stranger. Mr. \Vilso‘n was rich
but never forgot those who were in want.
Cliecred by the kind and affectionate
attention of his children, old Simon Davis
seemed almost to have renewed his exis-
tence. »
He lived many years, and long enough
to tell the bright eyed son of Charles and
Lucy the story of the Forged Dead. And
when he told thelistening boy how his
father, when poor and friendless, was ta-
ken home and kindly treated, and in turn
became their benefactor, be impressed up-
on the mind of his grandchild, that even a
cup of cold water given from a good mo-'
tive shall not lose the reward.
Princely Donatz'on.-—The_Bey of Tunis
has sent to Mr. Horace H. Day, ofMaiden
Lane, a heavy snuff box, of pure gold, set
with numerous diamonds, as an acknowl-
edgement of Mr. Day’s attention in send-
ing to His Highness, two or three years
ago, several articles of India Rubber man-
ufacture.
The Bey’s splendid present is said to
be intrinsically worth not lessthan £200.-
Mackerel barrels (says the Boston Daily’
Mail) have been in unprecedented demand
'for a month past: in Gloucester. The
country far and near has been traversed in
quest of them. As high as 351,25 has been
paid for them, when the usual price is 40
cents.
The seized wool has been liberated, and
a large quantity more of the same entered,-
like the other, at the low rate of duty.——
So, after all, the cry of catching rogues in
this case, had not much foundation. The
wool proves to have been rightly invoiced,
and honestly imported.‘ It would be a
very bad business for the carpet makers
if this wool had been condemned.
Pennsylvania State Interest.-,-There is
every prospect—a certainty indeed, un-
less some odd mishap occurs—that the
February interest will be paid. .
P/til. Gaz., Saturday.
‘Samba,’ says Sam, ‘why am a nail wat:s
well druv in dat door, like-._dat one wat a
Lloose '1’ ‘Guv ‘em tip.’ Cos ees an-secure.’
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