I Semi-monthly Journal, Embellished with Engravings.

W. B. STODDARD, EDITOR AND PROPRIETOR.

HUDSON, N. Y SATURDAY, APRIL 22, 1848.

THE CABMAN.

THE art of driving is of great antiquity, although the particular career of the cab.man is of very modern date. It is however, worthy of remark, that although the ancient nations appear to have had chariots for war and for pleasure, yet it does not appear that any machine like the modern coach was known even in England, until about the middle of the sixteenth century, Stowe, whose

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and rode about the country to the great offence of
the Queen, but to the great admiration of the men,
until to ride in a coach became all the rage of that
time, and coach making and driving became quite
a trade and vastly profitable. Of course, every-
body wanting to ride could not expect to monopo-
lize the use of a coach; and it is very easy to con.
ceive how the trade of hiring out vehicles and the
custom of their plying the public strects came up.
The profession, however, of driving "hacks and
cabs," to adopt our vernacular, does not appear to
have enjoyed a very good reputation in the olden
time any more than it does in the modern. Taci-
tus speaks of chariot drivers as a very low set,
who associated only with buffoons and stage play.
ers, and Plato reprimanded his pupils, as we are
told by one of his translators, for engaging himself
to drive a chariot when he should be acquiring the
more difficult attainiment to govern men and guide
the state. Our modern charioteers have in some
respects found out how to govern men, for they
lord it with a heavy hand over those poor wights
who do not make use of their own locomotive,
but call a coach, a cab, or a bus, every time they
stir. As for laws or regulations, Jehu sets them
at naught he does as he pleases-snaps his fin-
gers at "the stars," and tell his honor the mayor
to go to some hot place until next election. This
view of the subject opens a wider field than our
artist in his sketch contemplated, he having repre-
sented Jehu in a somewhat moody fit, and not doing
a driving business.

PALE

From the Oswego Free Press.
CORALINN:

A PERSIAN TALE.

CHAPTER I

"Here," said I, "here once flourished an opulent city; here was once the seat of a powerful empire."-VOLNEY.

THE Sun had passed the meridian; and the shadows of the rocky peaks of the Hetzerdera, or the summit of the thousand mountains, as they have been called in the glowing poetical language of Ferdosi, had begun to stretch themselves over one of the most rich and beautiful districts in Persia; the fertile plain of Persepolis, and Schiras.The clouds which in rude masses were piled above the Hetzerdera, were touched, on their margin with crimson, and purple, and gold; and while they showed, in bold relief, against the spotless, blue sky, were in all their brilliancy, and magnificence, reflected from the smooth, flowing, lily. sprinkled Bendemir. The fragance of the orange

history of old London, is so little known to mod-
ern students, says that "in 1564, one Guyllian
Booner, a Dutchman, came over from Holland,
and became the Queen's coachmanne." This is
supposed to have been the first coach ever seen
by John Bull or his family, and soon became angroves and the beautiful banana, blended with the
object of both envy and admiration as old Stowe
goes on to say how divers ladies set up coaches

breath of the clustering roses, which bordered the tranquil Bendemir, came over the senses, in all

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their sweetness; and the ripe, tempting blush of the delicious peach of Persia, was mingled in the same garden with the scarlet blossom of the pomegranate.

of orange trees, which served, in some measure, to
shade him from the intense heat of the sun, on a
small eminence, from whence he had a fine view of
the mountain pass, the descending cavalry and the
multitude by which he was surrounded. He had
stationed himself too, fortunately at the point where
the prince was to pass, at whose feet, with the ready
submission of eastern slaves, all were now anxiously
waiting to prostrate themselves.

demonstrated that a person of no ordinary rank was
before them.

"That is the rich merchant, Herman; and that
female his daughter. Coralinn, the most beautiful
girl ever seen in Persia," said Hamors, to Evering-
ton, as the strangers came up.

The towering and majestic columns of ruined Persepolis, raised their proud heads in the midst of silence and desolation; and their shadows, as they lengthened across the ruins, darkened dust formed by the accumulation of mortal mound for countless centuries. What a place for moralizing! Persia's The attention of the living mass of human be. proud monarchs, where were they? Cyrus, the man ings had been as much engrossed by the party destined by Heaven, to humble Babylon-Camby- which were considered as the harbingers of the ses, who brought to final close the long line of the prince, that Everington and his servant were Pharoahs, and caused the sun of Egyptian glory scarcely noticed, and they were standing nearly to set in desolation and blood, had here marshall. alone, when a Circassian merchant having a young ed their legions-here displayed their unbounded woman in his company, were seen making their magnificence and power,--but now perhaps that way through the crowd, and approaching the orange very whirlwind, which is sweeping though the trees. The dress of the man sufficiently indicated columns of that stupendous temple, is sporting with to the eye of Everington, his rank and wealth; their dust, and mingling it with that of their mean- had either been doubtful, a single glance at his est and veriest slaves. Here too, Schiras lifts its companion would have instant removed them. The towers, spreads its beautiful gardens, and from its rich embroidered velvet pantloons, worn by the Perminaret is heard the follower of Ali, calling the sian ladies, the splendid muslin robe-the sheliga, faithful to prayers. But the bustle of Schiras is or girdle by which it was confined-the turban, hushed, its streets are deserted; its crowds have fastened over a profusion of the finest locks, by dia. poured forth from its gates; and the prancing of {mond buttons—and the rich Cashmerian shawl, Persian steeds; the glancing of scimetars, and the which was thrown carelessly over her head, and clouds of smoke, plainly designates the course pur-served, when necessary, the purpose of a veil; all sued by the immense cavalcade. Schiras was indeed that day empty. All who could possibly join the throng, had willingly assisted, to swell the tide of human beings, the Schiras had that day poured forth to greet the triumphant entry of Abbas Mirza, the son of the reigning Shah, who had been appointed governor of the province, and who, in addition to the usual parade on such occasions had resolved to make a magnificent entry, graced with the splendor and renown he acquired by his successful termination of the Afghanistan war. The immense crowd had slowy made their way near the foot of the first range of the Hetzerdera; and within view of that sublime and terrific pass, which forms almost the only opening through the mountains, and from whence the eye catches the first glimpse of the beautiful plain of Schiras, were waiting under a burning sun, with breathess impatience, the ap. proach of the prince. In the throng, and jostled by soldiers, moolah, Emir and Saracen mingled with Armenian merchants, and dancing girls from Ispahan, the flower of its Harem, and pilgrims, from the Ganges, was to be seen a solitary Englishman, mounted on a spirited Persia charger, and accom. pained by a single attendant, whose turban and attaghan, sufficiently showed his Asiatic origin. Murmurs of impatience and dissatisfaction had begun to buzz through the multitude; when a band of Persian cavalry approached, descending the pathway, and instantly hushed all symptom of disap-creature to be offered in the market to minister to probation. These heralds of the approach of the Prince, were far more richly and splendidly dressed than any thing which Francis Everington had seen accustomed, as he in some measure had been, to the displays of oriental magnificence.

Francis Everington was a young Englishman, who had accompanied Mr. Morlei in his embassy to Persia, but who had been left sick at Ispahan, when the embassy left that country, and was now, with his faithful attendant, Hamors, on his way to Bassorah on the Persian Gulf, with the intention of obtaining a passage to India, and from thence to Europe. He had taken a position beneath a cluster

With the instinctive politeness which characterised Everington, he removed from his station be. neath the orange trees, that the young lady and her father might have the benefit of the shade. The young lady accepted the offer, but the father declined; and motioned to Everington to resume his station, which thus brought him in immediate contact with the fair Circassian.

purity, and virgin innocence, she sat, hardly sensible of the interest she excited, and, like the goddess of beauty, an object worthy of the involuntary homage paid by all around her.

The troops of cavalry had now reached the foot of the mountain, where they were received with shouts by the assembled multitude; and with the most profound respect by the mufti, and judges of the city. They announced that the Prince might be expected in half an hour, and they, as harbingers of his approach, were ordered to make the necessary arrangements for his reception. They therefore speedily commenced dividing the multitude into two divisions, which lined the road for a great distance on both sides. In spite of some grumbling and menaces on the part of the soldiers, at the obstinacy of the infidels as they termed Everington, he refused to quit his station, and maintained his position beneath the orange trees; and by the side of the enchanting Coralinn, who had been joined on the advance of the troops by her father. Scarce had these preparatory measures been taken, when a discharge of artillery from the mountain, announced that Abbas Mirza was at hand. Soon the advance guard appeared winding over the rocky crest of the pass, and in martial order slowly descended to the plain. First came the advance guard, splendidly attired, and mounted on black horses; the long horse tails of their caps streaming in the wind, and their scimetars flashing like lightning in the bright rays of the sun. Then came twenty elephants, the first of the trophies of his victories over the rebellious Afghans. They moved in single file down the pass, caparisoned as they were when the torture of war placed thein in the possession of the Persian prince.

Following these came a train of two thousand captives, the flower of the Afghanistan army, men who had escaped the hard fought, but decisive battle which had sealed their fate. They were separated into divisions, by detachments of the cavalry and though bound, and bare headed, A glance at the young lady showed that she was they showed no marks of cowardly dejection, but tall and elegantly formed; and the exact symme-bore the undaunted air of men, brave and robust, try of her person was shown by the dress which but unfortunate indeed, and conscious that the Persian ladies know so well how to arange. Partly cause in which they were suffering was just. One overcome by the fatigue of the ride, and partly by hundred of the bravest of their number had been the excessive heat of the day, she no sooner found selected and put to death, as examples to those herself screened from the sun by the orange bower, who might hereafter engage in such projects; and than she directed her female attendant to divest these were reserved to serve as slaves of the victor her of head dress, and Everington had the happi. in carrying on those works of improvement he ness of seeing the beautiful creature unveiled, and had already projected. Then came a train of two in all loveliness.-Never had our young Englishman hundred Afghan maidens, who had been torn from beheld such a vision of beauty, as met his eyes in the the happy hills and vallies of their native homes, to surpassing girl before him; and while he inwardly swell the train of the conquerors, and all in the admitted the truth of Hamors' assertion, he cursed budding beauty of youth, destined to increase the the custom and the fate, that doomed such a lovely captor's wealth by their sale, or minister to the li centious appetites of their musselmen, and inhuman masters. They were unveiled, and as the beautiful train passed the place where young Coralinn was sitting, the sigh swelled her gentle bosom, and Everington saw a tear trembling on the silken lashes of her dark eyes, as she gazed with interest on their saddened features, and contrasted her situation with theirs.

Persian vanity and lust. It was evident as had
been hinted by Hamors, that she was intended by
her father for the harem of the Prince, should she
be fortunate enough to attract his notice. No sooner
was her splendid turban removed, than her curling
tresses, thickly sprinkled with pearls and gems, un-
confined, except by a single clasp of brilliants, flowed
around her neck and bosom, in all their unre-
strained luxuriance. She had not alighted from her
high spirited and snow white steed, which, with
proudly arching neck, and pointed ears, seemed
justly proud of his burden; but with a countenance
in which lofty feeling was mingled with conscious

"Alas!" thought Everington, as he looked with admiration on the lovely girl, and saw these proofs of her sensibility: "how little difference is there between their doom and that to which you are destined."

Next came a train of five hundred led horses at

tended by a slave, and their rich caparisons, their to his spirit as an Englishman, and partly to his
long, waving manes and tails; their proud walk curiosity to see as much of the proceedings as pos-
and curving necks, were a full proof of their valuesible, he replied, " that no orders had been issued
and the estimation in which they were held. Then to that effect, and therefore he should act his plea-
came the imperial flag of the empire, borne by the sure."
king's standard bearer, its broad folks of silk dec-
orated with the arms of Nadi Shah, waving in the
wind. This splendid memento of Persian greatness
was always guarded by a chosen body of nobles,
who had sworn on the Koran to preserve it or
perish. The prince's band of music next followed
in the procession, and over the sweet notes of flute
and tabor, were heard at intervals the spirit-stirring
notes of the Abasynian trumpet; and the thunder-
ing peals of the gong and tumbalon echoed from
summit to summit along the mountain and over
the plain.

At this moment Evcrington cast his eyes on the fair Circassian, and saw with surprise that she had united his example, was standing by the side of her horse, from which her father assisted her to alight. Accustomed however to pay obedience to her father's command, she kneeled, but it was not until the position of Everington had drawn the eyes of the prince, and his guard upon them.

"You are lost forever," said the terrified Hamors, in an under tone, when he heard one of the officers whisper, to the Cadi," see that infidel dog; shall I not give his carcass to the ravens ?"

The Cadi hesitated a moment, then in an answer which was inaudible to Hamors, appeared to postpone the punishment of the temerity which had dared to offer such an insult to the prince. Perhaps Everington was the more insensible to the danger that threatened himself, from the circumstance of his attention being drawn at that moment to his fair companion.

as the electric stream. He bowed-she reached forth her hand, and pressed it with ardor, he hastily obeyed the signal of Hamors to retire.

"By Heavens," said Everington to Hamors, as they left the procession, and had taken another direction, endeavoring to free themselves from the confusion and bustle of the entry of the cavalcade ; "that young Coralinn is one of the most charming creatures I ever saw; she is one of your Peris de. scended from paradise to enchant and bless mankind."

"So thinks Abbas Mirza," answered Hamors, with as much coolness as if he had not mentioned a subject nearest to the heart of Everington; "and unless I am much mistaken, she is soon to add another to the beauties he has already collected in the Harem."

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Against her will she shall never become his," said Everington with vehemence; "I would tear her from him by force, I would beard the lion in his den, rather than to see that beautiful girl become his victim."

"Hush, for Ali's sake!" said Hamors; "if you are overheard, it will be death to us both. You may depend on being closely watched, your offence at the foot of the Hetzerdera will be sufficient to condemn you if you should be guilty of the smallest action here that could be construed into a crime."

Amidst the discharge of cannon and shouts of the immense multitude, which seemed to rend the air, next appeared the Prince Abbas Mirza himself, dressed in the most rich and splendid manner-his apparel glittering with gold and diamonds-his beautiful milk-white steed richly caparisoned, and impatiently spurning the ground, over which the pace of the procession compelled him to move at so slow a rate. The prince appeared to be not far from thirty; of fine and commanding figure, and an exterior which denoted the successor to the crown of Persia. He managed his horse without the least effort and exhibited in every movement, that grace and case for which the Persia in Asia, like the Frenchman in Europe, is distinguished. Then came, borne in closely covered pelanquins, on the shoulders of black eunuchs, and surrounded by a guard of the same unfortunate race, the favorite wives and concubines of the prince, those that constituted his Harem; but were now, as always, effectually secluded from the gaze of those around and the critical observation of the multitude. Then came another detachment of guards, and the pro-him, again dropped on his knees. "My dear master," said Hamors as he took the cesssion was closed by an immense rabble of all Rise," said the prince, in a gracious manner, ring, "if you value your liberty, if you value your clases, simular to that which awaited their arrival "I wish to speak with you." in the plain.

CHAPTER II.

-This, my mean task, would be

As heavy to me, as 'tis odious; but

She was in the act of kneeling, at the moment that the boldness of Everington had attracted the notice of Abbas Mirza, but by some accident, the veil which she had resumed, occasioned by her haste to obey the orders of her parent, fell off, and exhibited to the charmed and fascinated eyes of the prince all that blushing beauty which had enraptured Everington. He involuntary paused for a moment, while she hastened to replace the veil, and escape from the gaze to which she saw she subjected. The prince ordered her father to approach. Hardly understanding the nature of the command, he arose and advanced a few steps, and seeing the eye of Mirza was still fixed upon

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Herman obeyed.

"Hamors," replied Everington, "I fear not for myself; I defy the power of Mirza ; but I cannot rest easy until I learn the destination of Coralinn : we are now at the gate of our mansion, do you return to the crowd, and if possible learn the residence of Herman and his daughter. Get near her if you can," and taking a fine brilliant from his finger, added—" give her this ring; the motto, 'I will never forsake,' will announce to her my determination."

life, listen for once to me- -forget that Coralinn exists; give up all hopes of her becoming yours, if you have for a moment entertained that idea. I heard the Prince give orders to the Cadi to pro

"Is that beautiful maiden your daughter ?" Herman answered in the affirmative. The Prince spoke a few words to a young and gallant look-vide for Herman at his daughter, and to attempt ing officer near him; and then directing an attendant to bestow a purse of gold on Herman, passed on. During the interview, every nerve of Everington trembled with agitation; and ere his heart had acknowledged the interest he felt in the lovely girl near him, he found himself cursing the ill luck which had thus given him so powerful a rival. The

The mistress which I serve, quickens what's dead, And makes my labors pleasure.-SHAKESPEARE. Two hours had already elapsed since the signal which announced the appearance of the prince, was given, yet he had scarcely reached the plain, and to the eye of the observer there was no end to the throng that continued to pour down the defile. -When Abbas Mirza appeared among his new subjects, loud and repeated shouts rent the air-procession moved on towards Schiras, and the the most extravagant demonstration of joy were exhibited as he passed along the avenue which had been kept clear for the procession; the moohlahs invoked the blessing of Ali, and the Prophet upon him, not forgetting a few imprecations upon the followers of Omar, and the accursed infidels.

multitude followed in the rear, in the same tumultuous and irregular manner which characterized their march from the city. Everington assisted Coralinn in mounting her horse, and as he did so, pressed one of the fairest, softest hands he had ever seen, to his lips, and the slight tremor of her As the prince slowly passed, the multitude fell on hand, convinced him that she understood the lantheir faces, and remained in that humiliating pos-guage it was intended to convey. ition until he had passed. Not so with Evering. ton, he had dismounted from his horse as a proper tribute of respect to the Prince, but when he saw the crowd prostrating themselves, and ready to lick the dust, he flung his arms over the neck of his steed, and remained standing, notwithstanding the entreaties of Hamors, who pulled his master's coat and requested him at least to comply so far as to kneel. With a feeling which partly belonged

It was with considerable difficulty that Everington and his attendant managed to keep near the merchant and his fair daughter; although she seemed evidently to wish to remain near them. When they reached the gate of the city where they were to separate, Everington, who was at her side, saw her lift the veil unnoticed by her father, and the sweet smile which accompanied her motioned farewell, caused his blood to flash over him quick

to gain her from him, will be certain destruction." "She shall be taken from him," answered Everington firmly, "unless she chooses to remain with him: and much am I mistaken if she would not prefer the desert and liberty, to being the slave or wife of Abbas Mirza."

Hamors departed, and Everington, highly displeased with that rule of Persian ettiquette, which prevents a lady from allowing herself to be addressed in public, and had thus prevented an explanation he so much desired, threw himself upon the carpet to await with the anxiety and impatience of a lover, the return of his servant.

He came at last but had been unsuccessful. He had indeed learned from a friend, that by direction of the Prince, Herman and his daughter had been conducted to a palace, though what one he could not learn, and that the Prince had openly avowed his admiration of the beautiful Coralinn, and his intention at no distant day to make her his bride.

"You have indeed been unfortunate," said Everington, striving to restrain his impatience, "but she must be found."

“She shall be found." was the reply of Hamors. "Hamors I do not question your fidelity,” said

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Everington, who thought he discovered in his servant's voice a fear that he was deemed unfaithful. "While life remains I will serve you," said the attached and faithful Hamors; " and perhaps I may this night be able to aid you in your wishes, The Prince gives to-night a splendid entertainment at the palace of the king; I have some skill on the kanoon, and I will endeavor to obtain admittance as a musician, and see if I cannot there meet or discover the object of your anxiety."

"Stay," said Everington," a sudden thought has entered my imagination. We will change sit. uations; I will be your servant and accompany you; and trust to my skill to make me welcome." "Allah forbid!" exclaimed Hamors, "you will certainly be discovered, and then your fate will be inevitable."

"You remonstrate in vain," said Everington, "my resolution is taken, and we have not a moment to lose in making our preparations."

didly dressed in the robes and shawls of the Cash- dently her lover. The ends of the silver wove
mere, their turbans sparkling with diamonds and turban which encircled his head hung gracefully
with pearls, were to be seen the loveliest of women
behind his shoulders; a cimetar, the handle of
and at their feet, their adorers, busy in pointing which was studded with gems, was suspended at
out the most striking parts of the animated scene.
his side; and as the dancing moonlight fell upon
The musicians moved through the apartments, as
his head, the diamond crescent which ornamented
fancy or inclination prompted; now called to strike the front of his turban, revealed to Everington the
the lively kitar, or tabor, to a company whose feet Prince, Abbas Mirza, and the person of the fe-
were moving in the gay mazes of the dance; in an- male could no longer be doubtful. Everington did
other part, the soft kanoon might be heard as some not wait a second invitation from the lady to
impassioned lover poured forth his soul in his song, perform that which lay nearest to his heart; but
and drew tears from the breathless listeners. But removed himself nearer to her feet, touched the
while the talents of Everington and his attendant strings of the lute to a sweet and simple air which
were frequently put in requisition, he in vain sought he learned at Delhi. His voice slightly faltered, as
among the sparkling eyes, and peri forms which he sung the last stanza, in which this noble youth re-
made the palace seem a second pardise of the faith-plies to the command of theweeping maiden, to for-
ful, the object of his wishes. The superior tones
of his lute made him welcome where ever he presen-
ted himself; but his wanderings were frequently
checked to breath forth some of those melting airs,
which never fail to enchant the soul, and "lay it
in elysium." The throne which had been placed
at one extremity of the apartment, had been vaca-
ted, the cushions made of the richest silks, and filled
with down from the cygnet of the Ganges, were
not now pressed by their princely owner; he had
left his marble steps and ivory chair, to mingle in
the sweet confusion, to catch at a less distance the
bright glance of beauty, and in the thoughtless pleas-
ure and hilarity of a subject, forget, for a moment,
the cares of goverment.

Everington passed on to the doors which led to the gardens of the prince. The cool evening air was freighted with fragance from groves of myrtle and

get her for ever, as heaven had forbid their union ;-
Forget thee!-bid the white winged dove
Forsake the loved one's nest,-

Roll back the Sun as slow he sinks
To grace the gorgeous west.

Bid Spring's sweet flowers and golden fruit
To gem the leafless grove-
All may be done ere my fond heart
Shall once forget thee love.

There was a deep and breathless silence, as with a voice that trembled with emotion, he sung the air; and when he closed, there was a general murmur of approbation.

"By the head of Ali, that musician must have felt what he das described, and should be rewarded by us," said the Prince as he flung Everington a piece of gold.

The lady said nothing, but as it was a custom for them to reward the minstrel, she took out some gold, and as Everington kneeled before her, placed it in his hand, repeating at the same time, in a low but emphatic manner, the last words which had just fallen from his lips.

These were soon completed, and in the guise of Persian wandering minstrels they soon left their mansion and mingled with the crowd that were hastening to catch a glimpse of the imposing and gorgeous spectacle. Everington had spent so much of his life in the east, that he was familiar with the Persian language and music; and he trusted to the tact and experience of Hamors to extricate himself from difficulty, should any occur. They were not long in reaching the palace; and passing the double line of guards, were admitted into the splendid apartments. Accustomed as Everington had been to eastern magnificence, the scene which now burst upon him had the overwhelming effect of enchantment. The gilded colon-acacia, and, perfumes from the cedar, the pomeades-the glittering lamps-the numberless mirrors granate and the orange. The muskrose of the that threw back, in redoubled brillancy, sparkling Bendemir too, lent its blossoms and its fragance, lights and beautiful forms that were mingling in and the soft south wind came over the fevered There was a slight agitation of her hand as he the endless maze-and the crowd of moolahs and brow, and anxious spirit of Everington with balmy touched it; there was that same witching melody emirs with their waving plumes and glittering cim- effect. The moon was shining bright on kiosk in her voice which accompanied the farewell at etars, attendants upon the Prince together with the and minaret; martial music was heard from the the gate, which together was enough; and Everuncertainly he felt in regard to his success, and the camp; and nearer the undefined bustle of the city, ington felt as though the sun had suddenly burst certainty of death should he, the infidel, be detec- and palace, was mingled with the tripping of light forth from the midst of clouds and storms. Danted in the retreat of the faithful, almost made Ever- fect-the melting strains of music-and light heart-ger indeed there was; difficulties to be overcome ; ington's head dizzy, and he half repented his hazar.ed laughter of beings that seemed to have never yet, who had seen such bright eyes beaming, and dous undertaking. With as much confidence how-known care. such sweet tones encouraging, would have thought ever as he could assume. he and his servant min- Wearied with the fatigues of the day and the ex- of dangers and difficulties? Everington could not gled with the throng and slowly made their way ertions of the evening, and a prey to a feverish an- while the delicious tones that the beautiful Corathrough the first to the second room of state, where xiety, Everington and his attendant Hamors after linn was faithful, was sounding in his ears. Hathe prince was receiving the homage of the new dig-enjoying the beauties of the evening for a short mors now struck up a sprightly lay, and the nitaries of his goverment, and the salutions of all time entered an acacia bower and seated themselves prince and his companions, with their attendants, those whose situation or wealth entitled them to en. on one of the raised and moss covered banks. Ha-left the bower; and as they did so a light breeze ter the palace. Everington arrived at the moment mors took his guitar and touched the strings to so wafted aside the veil, and in the moonlight Everthese ceremonics closed, and the assembled multi-sweet and lively a prelude that a number soon were ington saw that the eyes of the maiden were turned tude had begun to indulge in the sports and festivi. upon him with such an appealing glance of tentives which the Prince had prepared for the occaderness, that had a doubt of her feelings existed sion. The wide folding doors which opened on before, that look would have removed them all. the gardens of the palace, were, as they entered, Everington replied by placing his hand on his thrown wide open. heart and after the prince had departed, soon followed to the palace. Here, after indulging a little longer in the mirth and festivities listened to the music, which from the gardens, the banks of the Bendemir, and the city, rose as if by magic, and mingled in the stillness of the night, like strains of the houris, in the mussulman paradise; Everington and Hamors left the Palace in the same way they had entered it, passed the guards without being discovered, and reached their lodgings in safety.

Soft strains of music were heard, and the lute and syrinda broke the spell which seemed to enchain the faculties of all present. Roses were strewn over the rich Persian carpets, and the very air was perfume-hundreds of the most bright and beautiful of Schiras were glided to and fro-parties of beautiful dancing girls from India, brought to swell the train of the prince, their swelling bosoms scarcely veiled, their white feet glancing in the brilliant light of the lamps, and their robes hung round with small silver bells, were mingled in the voluptuous dance-around, reclined on sofas, splen.

collected around them. Soon came a party of three
or four, whose unconstrained and graceful move-
ments, the richness of their robes, and the precious
stones which glittered in their turbans, plainly de-
noted to be individuals of no ordinary rank. At-
tracted by the music, they approached, they paused,
and pleased they seated themselves. Here was
one young lady, who, after listening some time
to the praises bestowed upon the gay and lively se-
renade of Hamors, inquired if there was not one
who could strike the strings to a sadder note, some
tale of hopeless, helpless love; and her voice had
something in it which showed that such a theme
would be far more congenial to her feelings.

The lady who made this request, was seated on
a rich Indian Shawl, which her attendants had
spread for her, and at her feet was the person, evi-

CHAPTER III.

The next day, and the next, passed away with