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204 That remark of mine was rather ambiguous; but it appeared to give entire satisfaction; it showed Friend Edward that I remembered and respected his advice.

"Mr. Douglass," said he to my father, "can you consent to give your daughter to one of the world's people?"

"As to that," replied my father, benignly. "If the girl will marry out of meeting, I'd as soon give her to thee as to any one I know."

Which was saying a good deal for father.

Cousin Sophia did not seem at first altogether pleased; but after she decided to marry the Reverend Seth Witham, of Marlboro', her views of my prospects underwent a change.

Adam and Miriam have gone to housekeeping across the river, like a pair of turtle doves.

Edward and I were wedded three years ago come next fourth month; and it is a true marriage; so I suppose thee will say, that is all thee cares to hear about it.