the church at night?' 'In the old man: 'there sits our deceased lady on the altar, in a long white veil, and drinking out of the sacramental cup!' With a trembling hand he held up the lantern in the direction to which he pointed. It was indeed as he had said. There she sat with the paleness of death upon face-her white garments waving heavily in the night wind, that 'Do you fear them?' 'No, Mr. Burgomaster. I hold by God, and he holds me up; and God is the strongest.' Will you go with me to the cath-rushes through the aisles of the edral, Hans? I have had a strange church, and holding the silver dream to-night: it seemed to me goblet to her lips, with long bony as if my deceased wife called to arms wasted by protracted illness. me from the steeple window.' I Even Adolph's courage began to see how it is,' answered Hans: waver- Adelaide,' he cried, 'I 'the sexton has been with you, conjure you in the name of the and put this whim into your head, blessed Trinity to answer me—is Mr. Burgomaster. These grave it thy living self, or but thy shadiggers are always seeing ghosts.' dow?' Put a light into your lantern,' said Adolph, avoiding a direct reply to this observation of the old man. Be silent and follow me.' 'If you bid me,' said Hans, 'I must of course obey; for you are my magistrate as well as my mas ter.' 'Ah,' replied a faint voice, 'you buried me alive, and, but for this wine, I had perished from exhaustion. Come up to me, dear Adolph; I am no shadow-but soon shall be with shadows, unless I receive your speedy succour.' 'Go not near her!' said Hans: Herewith he lit the candle in 'it is the Evil One, that has asthe lantern, and followed his mas-sumed the blessed shape of my ter without further opposition.' They at last got to the high altar. Here Hans made a sudden step, and was not to be brought any farther. ( Quick!' exclaimed the burgomaster, who was begining to lose his patience; for his heart throbbed with expectation. lady to destroy you.' 'Away, old man!' exclaimed Adolph, bursting from the feeble grasp of his servant, and rushing up the steps of the altar. It was indeed, Adelaide, that he held in his eager embrace, the warm and living Adelaide!-who had been buried for dead in her 'Heaven and all good angels de-long trance, and had only escaped fend us! murmured Hans through from the grave by the sacrilegious his chattering teeth, while he in daring of The Sexton of Covain felt for his rosary, which yet logne. hung as usual at his girdle. 'What is the matter now?' cried Adolph. 'Do you see who sits there?' replied Hans. Where?' exclaimed his master; 'I see nothing; hold up the lan tern.' 'Heaven shield us!' cried the FOR THE BOWER OF TASTE. THEATRICAL EXHIBITIONS. ALTHOUGH I do by no means agree with many of those enthusiastic lovers of the drama, who are of opinion that a frequent attendance FEMALE EDUCATION. FEMALE education is of immense importance, as connected with domestic life. It is at home where man generally passes the largest portion of his time; where he seeks a refuge from the vexations and embarrassments of business, an enchanting repose from exertion, a relaxation from care by the interchange of affection; where some of his finest sympathies, tastes, and moral and religious feelings are formed and nourished; where is the treasure of pure disinterested love, such as is seldom found in the busy walks of a selfish and calculating world. Nothing can be more desirable than to make one's domestic abode the highest object of his attachment and satisfaction. at the theatre is necessary, in or- missible, and more disgusting than der to give us a correct view of the most absurd affectation of the fashionable society, and although graces of gesture, and the ornaI do not admit that the stage may ments of declamation. Y. Z. be always justly termed a "school of morality,' yet I consider theatrical representations as among our most innocent and rational amusements. It is true, the modern guardians of the drama profess to discountenance vice, and exalt virtue, but like other sentinels, they sometimes slumber on their posts; and it would often puzzle even the most liberal, to twist some of our 'favorite melo-dramas' into the inculcation of one moral principle. Yet among the benefits that may be derived from theatrical exhibitions, those of the most imporance are, teaching propriety of gesture, and a correct modulation of the voice with the sentiment which we would express. These observances, which constitute the power and beauty of eloquence, may be acquired from the stage, and are consequently advantageous to the student, whether he be destined for the pulpit, the bar, or the Senate. Many, I am aware, would spurn at the idea of admitting any affinity between the stage and the pulpit; but this prejudice exists only in idea. What minister of the gospel, though possessed of the piety of St. Paul, united with the holy enthusiasm of the psalmist of Israel, would disdain to promulgate his doctrines, (if within his power to do so) with the bold energy, the appropriate gesture, and the splendid elocution of a MACREADY. Well ordered home, man's best delight And by submissive wisdom, modest skill, And sweeten all the toils of human life Neither rank, nor splendid mansions, nor expensively furnished apartments, nor luxurious repasts, can accomplish these actions. They are to be obtained only from the riches of elevated principles, from the nobility of virtue, from the splendor of religious and moral beauty, from the banquet of These remarks, as applying to refined taste, affectionate deportthe pulpit, regard only the manner, ment, and intelletual pleasures. not of the matter of the stage. Intelligence and piety throw the Here a strong line of demarkation brightest sunshine over the dwelis fixed, which it is sacrilege, to lings of private life, and these pass. However fascinating a flow- are the results of female educaery discourse from the pulpit may [tion. be, yet the slightest approach to Female education is extremely the language of the stage is inad-valuable from its imparting an el evated and improved character to considerable distance in search of domestic discourse. Conversation some habitation where they might is one of the greatest joys of ex-pass the night secure from the unistence; and the more perfect it wholesome atmosphere, and the atis made by the resources of learn-tacks of wild beasts. They had ing, enlarged views of morality, almost yielded to despair, when refinement of taste, the riches of one of the company who had prolanguage, and the splendors of im-ceeded some distance in front, reagery, the more exquisite is the turned with the joyful news of sucjoy. It is from education that cess. They immediately followdiscourse collects all its original ed him, and in a few moments drapery, its clothing of wrought gold, its thrilling eloquence, its sweetest music, and all its magical influence over the soul. Intelligence and animated discourse eminently exalt the dignity and multiply the charms of every female that can excel in it. were enabled to discern the faint glimmerings of a light, which appeared to be but a short distance from them; on a nearer approach, they discovered it to be an inhab ited house, and to heighten their felicity, a house of public entertainment. They were met at the door by the landlord, who had the appearance of an honest man, and It is a sacred and homefelt delight, A sober certainty of waking bliss. She who can sustain an elevat-possessed all the insignia geneed course of conversation, whose mind soars above the trifles and common things of time and sense, who is distinguished for well digested opinions, sensible remarks, habits of thinking and observation, good judgment, and a well disciplined temper, is a perpetual source of blessing and exhilaration to all within her circle. She will make home all that is desirable, so that none of her household will need or wish to seek elsewhere for happiness. They will be able to 'drink waters out of their own cisterns, and running waters out of their own well.' rally attached to that class of citizens; he conducted them into the house, and gave orders respecting the horses. The young gentlemen having regaled themselves with a light supper, expressed their desire of retiring and also of an early breakfast, 'as they wished to complete their journey on the following day.' Much to their surprise and consternation the landlord remained silent, and something was certainly discernible upon his brow, which indicated no good omen-their desires were reiterated still more forcibly. Well gentlemen,' said he, since I perceive you are peremptory in your demand, I must confess that I am at loss how to accommodate you, unless one of you consent to occupy a chamber which has been vacated for many years on account of the common belief that it is A sound, a scent or a whispering breeze, haunted.' At this declaration all Can summon up mightier far than these.' were struck with a panic. After It was in the Lowlands of Geor- a short pause, one of them possessgia, that a party of young men ed a of little more courage than the wandering for pleasure and curi-rest exclaimed-pshaw! pshaw! osity, were overtaken by the shades my friends, I hope none of you beof evening; having travelled allieve in supernatural appearances; FOR THE BOWER OF TASTE. NATIVE SKETCHES, NO. X. Are there no phantoms, but such as come By night, from the darkness that wraps the tomb ? called upon the fiend to make his appearance and confront him as a man! At this defiance there immediately appeared before him a young female clad in white, with long dark tresses falling negligently over her neck and shoulders, her face though beautiful was of the most palid hue, and her eyes bedewed with tears. At this sight our young hero was astonishedhe descended from his haughty tone, and supplicated her in the most fervent manner to disclose I do not for my part, and will occupy the chamber alluded to, with the greatest pleasure imaginable.'Well sir,' says the landlord, 'it shall be put in readiness for you; but what I have told you is actually the case, and for the honor of my house, I would rather you would not put yourself at that peril.' The young gentleman, however, still persisted in his determination, declaring that he would like to have a view of some of these nocturnal visitants, as he had often heard of them-the cause of her grief and extrabut as yet had never known the per- ordinary appearance, assuring her son that had seen one. Every that if mortal assistance could be thing being put in order for their of any avail to her in her apparaccommodation, each one retired ently distressing condition, she to his respective apartment. And might expect it from his hands. now picture yourself as our young Young man, said she, I am aware friend in his haunted chamber that my appearance is singular, what thoughts then took posses- but be not startled, since I intend sion of his mind, or whether he you no harm; you can be of asrepented his rashness, I shall not sistance to me, and I thank you pretend to say. At any rate fear- for the offer of your services. I ing lest there might be some truth wish you, without asking any in the assertion, he came to the questions to follow me. He bowresolution not to divest himself of ed submissively,-having passed any of his garments, in order that from the house by winding and obhe might in case of necessity, ex-scure avenues, they walked a few tricate himself the more speedily. After commending himself in a fervent petition to the care of his guardian angel, oppressed by fatigue he soon resigned himself into the arms of Morpheus. hundred yards in a direct line, observing all the while a strict silence. Our young friend with his strange and mysterious guide found himself apparently in the midst of a wide and extended plain, interAbout twelve o'clock, he was spersed with flowers of almost evawakened as he thought, by some ery hue, the spontaneous producdismal sounds proceeding from un- tion of a most luxuriant soil. His der the bed. Listening attentive-guide stopping suddenly, addressly for a few moments and hearing ed him in words to this effectnothing, he very wisely attributed Young man, the request which I the sounds, not to any supernatu- have to make, and which it is ral agency, but to the working of his own overheated imagination. Again he fell into a slumber, when his ears were again assailed by a still more dismal and distressing nature. He listened they increased his courage gaining the ascendancy over every fear, he threw himself off the bed, and VOL. I. necessary you should obey, though a disagreeable one, is this: under your feet repose my relics-tomorrow, ere the sun has dispelled the morning dew, repair hither, disinter them, and convey them to the tomb erected under the willow tree in the garden of?” Ere our friend had time to express 42 to the convent of the Sacred Virgins, to see two of their daughters take the veil. When tthe daughters of the Siit is customary for the royal family, cilian nobility undergo this ceremony, and the nobility of rank, to attend by invitation of the parents. The company so invited, occupy the parlor, or entrance hall of the convent. The door which leads from the hall to the occasions. his willingness to perform the task his guide had disappeared. In vain did he look around him for something wherewith to mark the spot -but he could see nothing, not even the smallest pebble. At length perceiving there was no other alternative, he took his watch from his pocket and placed it as he was directed. He then return-interior of the convent, is always open ed home, conducted as it were, by on these occasions. On each side of the entrance sat the young ladies who a supernatural agency, through were now soon to renounce the world the same mysterious passages that and all its vanities. One of them was he had traced before, fully im- extremely beautiful-the other was a pressed with the belief that he had fine interesting girl, with a sweet exseen what man had never seen be- pression of countenance. They were fore, and in the firm determina- dressed in court-dresses, agreeably to tion of complying with the injunc- the custom which prevails on these tions which he had voluntarily The eldest daughter wore a pink placed himself under, and which satin slip, with a lace dress of the same now it was absolutely necessary color thrown over it, which was richly for him to perform. The compa-embroidered with silver. Her neck ny early the next morning, being was nearly covered with diamonds, assembled at the breakfast table, and her bandeau was profusely ornawere surprised at our hero's nonmented with the richest jewels. Her head-dress was tasteful and elegant, appearance. With one accord, beyond any thing I had ever seen, eiand as if by one impulse, all rush-ther in my own, or any other country. ed into his chamber. They found him reclining on his bed, enjoying a most tranquil morning slumber. Having awakened him, he commenced in almost breathless agitation to recount the adventures of the past night; but just as he had concluded, conceive of the surprise and astonishment of all present, when the landlord entered, bearing in his hand the watch,* On the front of her head, she wore which he had found in the middle a rich fedra of the largest diamonds! of the floor of the adjoining apart-of in the form of a crown: in short, her had ever seen, which were disposed ment. T. *From this circumstance we may infer that his imaginary excursion extended no farther than the next room, and that the fair ghost and her warning was but a dream. Her hair, which was dark brown, fell in ringlets down one side of her head and neck, and the whole of her tresses sparkled with diamonds. A white lace veil, embroidered with silver, was fastened on the back of her head with a broach of diamonds; a little below the first fastening the veil was tastefully braided again with diamonds, and from thence fell gracefully over her shoulders down to her feet. head was nearly covered with the few stray ringlets crept from among most precious stones, save where s them over her beautiful forehead. A plume of the bird of Paradise, tastefully disposed on one side of her head, completed the coup d'œil of her dress. THE CEREMONY OF TAKING The other sister was dressed in the THE VEIL. BY AN EYE WITNESS. MY DEAR M- On Sunday even- same manner, with the exception that her dress was white. Thus adorned, the two females waited the approach of that hour which was destined to shut out the world, and all its hopes and joys forever. Immedi |