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274 situated; and, in order to give the splendid orator who was the sole strength of the blues every advantage, a temporary platform had been erected in front, and, when young Longueville alighted from his proud steed, he presented himself here before the assembled multitude as if to receive the worship of the women. Those of his friends who had prepared his speech, and had seen him con it, and heard him recite it, urged him to address the crowd, who evidently expected it. But, alas! this effort was beyond his power—he stood "looking delightfully with all his might," but he could proceed no further. His friend, a young collegian, pressed to his side, whispering, "I have the honour;" and the words, "I have the honour," passed his lips. "To appear before you," followed; but beyond "to appear" could not be heard, and one of the mob called out lustily— "We see you appear, sir, an a varry pratty figger ye cut. No lass can cast her eyes on a hansomer lad than yo are." Shouts of laughter followed, and the young candidate was completely hors de combat; he sought and found refuge in the encircling refuge of his