Democratic Sentinel, Volume 3, Number 13, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 9 May 1879 — Charlie’s Virtues. [ARTICLE]

Charlie’s Virtues.

It was in the horse-car. First Young Lady—“ Yes, and Julia is to be married, too.” Second Young Lady—“ No! you don’t mean it I To whom, pray ? ” First Y. L.—“To Charley Stapleham. He’s a real nice fellow—no bad habits, you know; doesn’t drink, nor smoke, nor chew.” Second Y. L.—“ But he’s awfully soft I ” They exchange glances, smile sweetly, and Charlie’s virtues are no longer praised.