inhabits the world of spirits. Our fugitive joys can no longer add to her happiness. Yet her spirit is with us, it visits us, it follows us, it protects us. She communes with us now from the eternal regions.

Woodville, (Roxbury), Mass., June, 1845.

LITERARY NOTICES.

THE DOER OF THE WORD, A MISSIONARY.-Here is a small book, written by a clergyman of Massachusetts, humble in its pretensions, yet noble, sublime, Christlike in its sentiments and spirit, which, could it have the influence upon the hearts of men it should have, the effect would soon be the conversion of the world. O, how great is our delinquency as Christians in our devotion to the missionary cause! We recommend to those who love this cause and rejoice in its prosperity, to read this book and lend it to others. Much good may be done in this way. Published by Crocker & Brewster, Boston.

THE NEW REFORMATION.- New York City.

Harper & Brothers. 1845.

A new reformation has sprung up in Germany. Its history, in brief, is as follows: It is maintained by the Roman Catholics, that the coat of our Lord was brought by Helena, the mother of Constantine, from the Holy Land, in the fourth century, and deposited in the cathedral of Treves. After having been concealed for centuries, the first public exhibition took place in 1196. In August, 1844, it was again publicly exhibited for the space of six weeks; during which time, 1,200,000 persons visited the city. In October, 1844, it was again exhibited. This last exhibition aroused the indignation of the best portion of the population, and among the rest a man of obscure reputation, but intelligent, and of indomitable courage, by name John Ronge. He boldly denounced the superstitious adoration of a relic, the real motive for exhibiting which was to extract money from the visitors. Ronge has been excommunicated by his bishop. Numerous persons, some of distinction and influence, have joined him, and the movement is termed The New Reformation.

PROTESTANTISM IN ITALY!- Boston: Benjamin Perkins & Co. 1845.

The writer of this highly interesting work is Rev. Robert Baird, a gentleman who has travelled extensively through Europe, for the promotion of the temperance enterprise.

The book contains 418 pages, and is one of the neatest specimens of the art ever issued from the Boston press. It contains three parts; the subject of the first of which, is, the Reformation in Italy; of the second, Italy since the Reformation; and of the third, the history, present state and prospects of the Waldenses. These people inhabit the valleys of Piedmont, and have, since the days of the apostles, having never had any connection with the Roman Catholics.

The book is ornamented with a handsome map of the valleys of Piedmont, and with a portrait of the Duchess of Ferrara. We heartily commend this book to the religious community, as one of rare interest and importance.

"O sing the merry song with me."

FROM COMMON SCHOOL SONGSTER.

1. O sing the merry song with me! And let our hearts be free

As the waves of the 0- cean, that ceaseless swell, And the

wandering breezes that ever tell The music of all we see.

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Young Lady's Friend.

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HOW TO GET A GOOD HUSBAND.

BY REV. STILLMAN MORGAN.

REBEKAH, a beautiful and an accomplished young lady, lived in a city, called Nahor. Not far from the city, there was a well, owned in common by the people. One fine evening, Rebekah, as her manner was, took her pitcher in her hand and proceeded toward the well to get some water for the family. When she came within sight of the well, her attention was attracted by a herd of camels, ten in number, on their knees, asking for water. By their side sat a stranger, of sedate countenance, apparently at prayer. As Rebekah drew near the well, the stranger lifted his eyes and saw a young lady with a pitcher on her shoulder. The moment he saw her, he was deeply impressed with her beauty, modesty, and gentleness. Rebekah did not stop to make any conversation with the stranger, but went directly down to the well, filled her pitcher and came up. The stranger saw that now was his time to address her. We may well imagine that his heart beat high, for the great question was soon to be decided. As she was about to leave the well, he ran to meet her; but when he came up to her, he thought it not prudent abruptly to address her on the topic which filled his heart, as it might shock her modesty and defeat the whole enterprise. Addressing her, therefore, respectfully, but timidly, he informed her that he was very thirsty and would like to drink a little water from her pitcher. She gracefully complied with his request, and, as the pitcher was quite heavy, assisted him in holding it while he drank. I cannot say how long it took him to drink, and praise the coolness and freshness of the water, to speak of the heat of the day, and to express his thanks for her kindness and courtesy to a stranger; but it was sufficiently long for the young lady to take a survey of him,

his camels, and his burthens. Impressed with the simplicity and gentle behavior of the stranger, and seeing that he was very weary with his journey, Rebekah politely offered to draw water for his camels, also. So she ran back and forth with her pitcher, from the trough to the well, and from the well to the trough, until ten thirsty camels had satisfied themselves with water. All the while she was doing this, the man remained silent, wondering at her generosity and hospitality to a stranger. He might have been thinking that there was a Providence in all this, or he might have been contriving in his mind how he should ascertain where the maiden lived, and how he could get an invitation to remain with her father's family over night, for it was then growing dark, and he must soon have a place for himself and camels.

When the camels, therefore, had done drinking, he took from his pocket a gold ring, and, stepping toward Rebekah, gave it to her. He also gave her two bracelets for her hands. Upon the presentation of these, Rebekah probably mistrusted what the good man was thinking about. He then said, 'Tell me whose daughter art thou? And is there room for us all to come to your father's and lodge tonight? The maiden immediately told him her name, and, moreover, that her father had room enough for him and all his retinue. She also answered other questions, which he durst not put, assuring him that they had both straw and provender, sufficient for himself and camels, and room for all to lodge. Upon this, the weary stranger bowed his head and worshipped God. He then delicately alluded to the subject nearest his heart, but durst not speak plainly to the blushing maiden. He said as much as was prudent for him to say before he had seen her father and mother. Upon this, Rebekah ran to the house, and said a stranger was down by the well, waiting for an invitation for a lodging for himself and camels, showing, at the same time, the ring and bracelets he had given her. Now Rebekah had a brother, who, upon hearing her relation, ran down to the well and said to the man, 'Come in, thou blessed of the Lord. Wherefore standest thou without? We are all ready; room enough; come, and welcome.' Then the man went into the house. Rebekah's brother ungirded the camels and gave them straw and provender, while Rebekah provided water for the stranger's feet and his servants who were with him. By the time they had finished washing, supper was provided, and the maiden's father invited the stranger and his servants to eat. But he replied that he must do

his errand first. his mind.

So supper waited, while he went on to unburthen

He commenced by announcing that he was Abraham's servant, and that his master was a very rich man. But being an old man, and having a beloved son, by name Isaac, he wished to see him married before he died, adding, that none but a pious daughter would please the old gentleman. He was very particular on this point, for he had high expectations concerning his son. He informed them, also, that all the property had fallen into Isaac's hand. 'And I have come,' said he, 'in pursuit of a bride for him. at the well, this evening, venerable father, I was most favorably impressed with the appearance of your daughter. I have no doubt that she is a suitable maiden for Isaac, for God has given me a favorable token. But it is proper I should get her parents' consent.'

While

What the stranger said convinced Rebekah's father and mother that the call for her was from God. Then the great and decisive question was put to the parents in these words: 'And now, if ye will deal kindly and truly with my master, tell me; and if not, tell me; that I may turn to the right hand or to the left.' Then the old people piously answered in the affirmative. This answer so

pleased the servant of Abraham, that he bowed himself and gave thanks to God. He then brought forth jewels of silver and gold, beside beautiful raiment for her wedding day, and gave them to the blushing bride. He presented, also, precious things to her mother and her brother. Supper being ended, all retired. I cannot say how much Rebekah slept that night, but I reckon she had not a little anxiety to get a view of her distinguished bridegroom, of whom she had just heard such a glowing description, and from whom had come such a pious messenger.

Having finished his business, the next morning the servant was desirous to depart for home. But Rebekah's mother and brother begged he would not be in haste, but let the damsel abide with them a few days, at least ten; as he was decided, however, they called Rebekah and said to her, 'Wilt thou go with this man? And she said, I will go.' Eventful morning!

The camels were reladen, and all being ready, the family gathered round the beautiful bride to give the parting kiss, and to pronounce upon her such blessings as pious patriarchs bestow upon their children. When the affecting parting ceremony was ended, and Re