name I shall give you henceforward, || less; he therefore humbly accepted I have a daughter almost thirteen, my design is to give her in marriage to your son that we may be more firmly united by this alliance: this proposal was made with such an air of sincerity, that Liu did not think it necessary to make the usual compliments which civility requires, he therefore got over them, and immediately gave his con sent. As it was late they parted, Hieul went to rest in the same room with his father, and one may judge with how much tenderness they passed the night. The next day, Liu thought of taking leave of his host, but could not resist his earnest persuasions to stay: Tchin had prepared a second feast, wherein he spared nothing to regale the intended father in law of his daughter and new son in law, to comfort them at their departure; they drank large draughts, and gave themselves up to joy. Towards the end of the repast Tchin took a purse of twenty taels, and looking upon Liu, my amiable son in law, said he, during the time he has been with me may have suffered something contrary to my intention and my knowledge, here is a little present for him till I can give more substantial testimonies of my tender affection, and I would not by any means have him refuse it. How! replied Liu, when I contract so honourable an alliance, and ought, according to custom, to make marriage-presents myself, and only defer it for a while because I am on a journey, must you load me with gifts? It is too much, I cannot accept of them ; this would cover me with confusion. Alas! who thought, said Tchin, of offering you so small a matter? It is to my son in law, and not to you, that I make this little present; in short, if you persist in the refusal it will be to me a certain sign that my alliance is not agreeable. Liu saw very well that he must comply, and that resistance was use the present, and making his son rise from the table, ordered him to make a profound reverence to Tchin. That which I give you, said Tchin, raising him up, is but a trifle, and deserves no thanks. Hieul then went into the inward part of the house to return his mother in law thanks. The whole day was spent in feast and diversions, which were not ended till the approach of night. Liu, being retired to his chamber, gave himself up to reflections on this strange event: It must be owned, cried he, that in restoring the two hundred taels that I found, I did an action agreeable to Heaven, since I am rewarded by the happiness of finding my son, and contracting so honourable an alliance; this is happiness upon happiness, and is like working flowers of gold upon a piece of beautiful silk how can I show my gratitude for so many favours? Here are twenty taels that Tchin has given to my son; can I do better than to lay them out for the subsistence of virtuous bonzes? this will be like scattering blessings upon the earth. The next day, after breakfast, the father and son made ready their baggage, and took leave of their host; they went to the port and hired a bark, but hardly had they sailed half a league before they came to a place in the river whence arose a confused noise, and the water seemed in great agitation; it was a bark laden with passengers that was sinking; they heard the poor wretches cry out for help; and the people on the bank, alarmed with the sight, called to several small barks to go to their assistance; but the watermen, being a kind of hard-hearted people, required the assurance of a good reward before they would give any. During this debate Lui and his bark arrived; when he understood what was the matter, said he, within himself, to save a man's life is much more meritorious than to adorn temples and ease in the province of Chan Si; my second brother, as head of the fami maintain bonzes; let us consecrate the twenty taels to this good work, and succour these poor wretches wholy in your absence, made an inquiry, are likely to perish; at the same instant he declared that he would give twenty taels among those who should save in their barks these half drowned people. No sooner was this offer made but the watermen covered the river in a moment; even some of the spectators who stood upon the bank, and were skilled in swimming, threw themselves precipitately into the water; and in a few minutes they were all brought safe to land. Liu, greatly pleased with the success, immediately gave the promised reward. These poor people taken out of the water, and from the gates of death, came to return thanks to their deliverer; one of the company, surveying Liu more attentively, suddenly cried out, How! is it you my elder brother? by what good fortune do I meet you here? Liu, turning about, knew his third brother Liu Tchin, and was so transported with joy that he was quite in a rapture, and joining his hands together, O wonderful! said he, Heaven has conducted me hither at this critical moment to save my brother's life! after which he lent him his hand, embraced him, helped him into the bark, assisted him to take off his wet garments, and gave him others. Liu Tchin, being come to himself, performed all the duties that custom requires from a younger brother; and the elder having made a proper return, called Hieul, who was in one of the rooms of the bark, to come and salute his uncle; then he related all his adventures, which filled Liu Tchin with amazement, from which he did not soon recover: But let me know, said Liu, what could bring you into this part of the country? It is not possible, said Liu Tchin to tell you in a few words the cause of my journey: When you had been three years absent from your house we had news that you died of a dis and assured us that it was true; this was like a clap of thunder to my sister in law, who was inconsolable, and went in deep mourning; as for myself, I constantly affirmed that the news was not certain, and that I believed nothing of it. A few days after, my second brother pressed my sister in law to think of a new marriage, but she always rejected the proposition; in short she engaged me to undertake a journey into Chan Si, to inform myself upon the spot concerning your affairs; and when I least thought of it, being ready to perish in the waves, I met with my dear brother who saved my life: this pro|| tection of Heaven is so truly wonderful; but, my brother, believe me there is no time to be lost; make what haste you can to your house to mitigate the sorrows of my sister in law, who undergoes too violent a persecution; and the least delay may cause misfortunes that are not to be remedied. Liu was in great consternation at this recital, and sending for the master of the bark, though it was late, gave him orders to set sail and proceed on his voyage all the night. While Liu met with these adventures, Ouang his wife was in the utmost distress; a thousand reasons prevailed upon her not to believe her husband was dead; but Liu Pao, who by this pretended death became master of the house, affirmed it so positively that at length she seemed convinced, and went into mourning. Liu Pao had a wicked heart, and was capable of the most dishonourable actions: I make no doubt, said he, but my eldest brother is dead, and I am become master. My sister in law is young, handsome, and well made, her relations live at a distance, and she cannot readily procure their assistance: I will force her to marry again as soon as possible, by which means I shall get a sum of money. hope the sighing Strephons will ea deavour to imitate it. A lady, upon being reproached with insensibility, and an unnatural coldness of disposition, made the following original is in the French language. He communicated his intentions to his wife Yang, and ordered her to employ a skilful marriage-broker, but Ouang refused to hearken to the proposition; she swore she would continue a widow, and honour, by her wi-reply. It may be added, that the dowhood, the memory of her husband. Her brother in law, Liu Tchin, confirmed her in this resolution; insomuch that all the artifices they could make use of had no success. She could not get it out of her mind but that her husband was still living, and desired to be satisfied about it. Reports, said she, are often false, and without sending to the place it is impossible to be fully certain: the journey indeed is long, at least two hundred leagues; but what then, I know the good disposition of my brother Liu Tehin; I should be glad if he would go into the province of Chan Si, and inform himself of the truth; and if I have been so unfortunate as to lose my husband, he will at least bring back his pre-disguise are only the refuge of little cious remains. Liu Tchin was desired to undertake this journey, and he accordingly departed; his absence rendered Liu Pao more ardent in his pursuits; besides having for some days past had ill success at gaming, he could not tell where to get money to try to recover his losses: In the strait that he was in, he met with a merchant of Kiang Si, who had just lost his wife, and was looking for another. Liu Pao laid hold of the opportunity, and proposed his sister in law; the merchant agreed to the proposal, but not without taking the precaution to inform himself, whether she was young and handsome; and as soon as he knew the certainty, he lost no time, and paid twenty taels to conclude the affair. (To be concluded in our next.) THE MAN OF MY CHOICE. My studies this evening afford me a character, which I am confident the ladies will admire; and I therefore The austere coldness and insensibility you reproach me with, and perhaps think a constitutional defect, is neither the effect of prudery, nor the melancholy scruples of a silly girl. Believe me above such little motives of action; believe that my blood often circulates with rapidity; believe that I know there is but one spring in the year of life, and that love is combined with and attached to humanity; nay, I will even permit you to believe that Cupid, in certain attire, has as many charms in my eyes as in those of the rest of my sex; yet, after all these confessions, which I inake with pleasure and openness, as artifice and minds, for which I have no occasion, I tell you, that, as much as I honour love, I despise lovers, and detest their perfidious flames, their deceitful arts, with their false vows, alas! often but too much credited by our amiable and credulous sex, merely because they feel no trace of such perfidy in their own gentle bosoms. But if you would see my frigid system vanish into air, let fortune throw into my way such a man, as my imagination sometimes creates, and whom I am afraid is only to be found there; however, take my mental picture of him. He must have a gentle, though lively temper, to hide a strong and masculine mind. His expressions of attachment must neither be dictated by avarice or vanity, but proceed directly from a feeling heart. He must be well informed without pretensions, serious without melancholy, free without licentiousness, and, in short, carry nothing to excess but love and prudence; nay, he may charm all my sex, and adore-only || sincerity, and afterwards with affection and respect. me. He must hide his passion in public, as I desire no other proofs of it there, but a passing glance to convey the feelings of his heart, which nobody must observe but myself. In private he may make up for public restraint, by breathing a chaste and delicate passion; and, if he merit it, he may probably hear of a reciprocal flame, pure as the love that fans it. To render this union of heart more durable, he must be my guide, my friend, my counsellor, and my lover, so that when near him, my mind may acquire elevation and grandeur. Yes, I confess it, should fortune throw such a man in my way, my coldness would vanish at his approach, like snow in sunshine, and I would accompany his footsteps at all times, and in all places; but whether in a cottage or a palace, I would never deign to bestow a thought. Till that idol of my heart and mind be realized, I desire not to please, and shall persevere in my coldness, which never cost me an effort. The group of admirers, whom my feeble charms attract, are not flattering to me; I despise their sentiments, with their little arts to please, and yawn at their incense. Let them seek the weak and the vain, who will listen to their sighs and sufferings: the zephyr bends the reed, but has no effect on the sturdy oak. MAXIMS FOR PROMOTING MATRI MONIAL HAPPINESS. The most likely way, either to obtain a good husband, or to keep one so, is to be good yourself. Avoid, both before and after marriage, all thoughts of managing your husband. Never endeavour to deceive or impose on his understanding, nor give him uneasiness (as some do, very foolishly to try his temper); but treat him always, beforehand with Resolve every morning to be cheerful and good natured that day: and if accident should happen to break that resolution, suffer it not to put you out of temper with every thing besides; and especially with your husband. Be assured a woman's power, as well as happiness, has no other foundation but her husband's esteem and love; which consequently, it is her undoubted interest by all means possible to preserve and increase. Do you, therefore, study his temper, and command your own; enjoy his satisfaction with him, share and sooth his cares, and with the utmost diligence conceal his infirmities. Read frequently, with due attention, the matrimonial service, and take care, in doing so, not to overlook the word obey. Always wear your wedding ring; for therein lies more virtue, than is generally imagined: if you are ruffled unawares, assaulted with improper thoughts, or tempted in any kind against your duty, cast your eyes upon it, and call to mind who gave it you, where it was received, and what passed at that solemn time. Let the tenderness of your conjugal love be expressed with such decency, delicacy, and prudence, as that it may appear plainly, and thoroughly distinct from the designing fondness of a harlot. A PRUDENT HINT TO YOUNG LADIES. When I was a young man I often visited a distant relation whom I much loved, and to whom I and my family had been much obliged. This gentleman had nine agreeable, nay, beautiful daughters, who had often entertained me with the slip-slop conversation of a rich, but low, unbred wo man, their neighbour, whose husband being appointed high sheriff, occa sioned her to talk much to these ladies about the grand sheriff dinner she was to give: I am determined (said she) to have no custards; for if I have custards, I must have cheesecakes; and if I have cheesecakes, I must have jellies; if jellies, fruit, &c. As I usually spent my Christmas at the country seat of this friend with his lovely family, there sometimes arose a kind of merriment, called Christmas gambols, questions and commands, &c. Now these innocent sports led the gentlemen sometimes to salute the young ladies all around; a pleasure in which I alone, who perhaps loved them best, always declined partaking. This shyness in me seemed so unaccountable to them, that they one and all seized an occasion to rally me for possessing a mauvaise honte, so contrary to the etiquette at that time of the year. I confessed the force of the charge, and fully acknowledged my guilt; adding, that the only excuse I could offer was-that if I had custards, I must have cheesecakes; if cheesecakes, jellies; if jellies, fruits; and if in short, before I had half done with my ifs, they all ran away, and left me in the field of battle, and never rallied to make an attack on me again. striped kind, kept for the amusement of children, was discovered in the morning to be apparently dead. The idea of resuscitation occurred, without the most distant prospect of success, however, as the squirrel was already cold and stiff, and life to all appearance had been extinct for hours. The experiment was made by placing one end of a rye straw into the mouth of the animal, and blowing through it, taking care to keep the sides of the mouth closed, that the air might not escape. When the lungs became inflated, the air thus confined was pressed out, and the operation repeated, until after a repetition of the process five or six times, the squirrel became enabled to exhale the air himself; although he was unable to inhale it, or exhibit any signs of life by motion. Shortly, however, by continuing the process of inflating the lungs, the joints became limber, and in the chest a motion, not unlike the rise and fall of a pair of bellows, was discovered. Soon the animal became sufficiently active to waik, and to swallow food given it; thus exhibiting an instance of resuscitation, which, although the subject was a brute, ought to induce persons to make the experiment more frequently than they do, particularly in drowning, and other sudden exits. EXPERIMENTOR. FROM THE PROVIDENCE GAZETTE. RESUSCITATION. That the mysterious union subsisting between the body and spirit, dissolved, can ever be restored, except by supernatural agency, is not to be supposed, as it is in direct contrariety to reason and revelation. Yet incontestible evidence is offered in confirmation of the supposition, that reanimation may take place, after life, so far as "human ken can reach, has cossed to animate the body. A fact which occurred a few days since, in this town, as it affords another, in addition to the numerous instances of resuscitation, may not be wholly uninteresting: A squirrel of the common FROM SILLIMAN'S TOUR. MISS M'CREA. The story of this unfortunate young lady is well known, nor should I'mention it now, but for the fact that the place of her murder was pointed out to us near Fort Edward. We e saw and conversed with a person who was acquainted with her family; they resided in the village of Fort Edward. It seems she was betrothed to a Mr. Jones, an American refugee, who was with Burgoyne, and being anxious to obtain possession of his expected bride, he despatched a party of In |