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From Blackwood's Magazine for December. THE JEW.' 1 A Tale of the Itusslan. I was at Vienna a lew vears ago. After frying several tables d'hote, established myself at a hotel in the Judonslrasse, frequented by a select society. Mr. M tiller, master of this establishment, did its honors with thorough German gravity. Perfect order, extreme and conscientious cleanliness, reigned throughout the house. One might pass through the servants' room, and even through the kitchens, without meeting with anything by which the sight was the least offended. ( The celler was ns well arranged as a bookcase, and the regulations of the house, as regarded both the service and the hours of meals, were as punctually observed as they could have been in a seminary. If n guest came in late, though it were but ten minutes, ho was served apart in an adjoining room, that the comfort of all might not be sacrificed to the convenience of one. In the conversation of this table d'hote there prevailed a tone of good society which excluded neither wit nor pleasantry; but a caustic or indelicate expression would have jarred on the ear like n false note in a well executed concert. The countenance of Mrs. Muller, in which beamed benevo lence, was a barometer by which the young men regulated themselves when the influence of Rhine wine or Stettin beer might lead them a little too far. Then .Mrs. Muller assumed an air of reserve; by a few words she adroitly broke off the conversation, and turned it into another channel; and she glanced gravely nt her daughter, who, without pouting or affectation, kept her eyes fixed on her plate until the end of the meal. I ' Ellen Muller was the type of those beautiful German faces which the French call cold, be cause they know not how to read them; she was. a happy mixture of tho Saxon and Hanoverian characters. A pure and open brow, eyes of inexpressible softness, lips habitually closed with maidenly reserve, a transparent complexion, whose charming blushes each moment protested against the immobility of her bearing, auburn hair, whose rich and silken colors admirably harmonized with the serenity of her features, a graceful and flexible form just expanding into womanhood; such was Ellen Mulier. , , , . A councellor of the Court, Ilofrath Baron von Noth, who had resigned his functions in consequence of an injustice that had been done him, several students, whose parents had recommended them to the vigilance of Mr. Muller, and a few merchants, composed the majority pf the habitual guests. The party was frequently increased by travelers, literary men, and artists. After dinner, philosophy, politics, or literature, were the usual topics of conversation, in which Mr. Muller, a man of extensive acquirements and great good sense, took part, with a choice of expressions and an elevation of views that would have astonished me in a man of his station in any country but Germany. bometimes Jillen would sit down to'the piano and sing some of those simple and beautiful melodies in which the tenderness, the gravity, and the piety of the German national character seemed to mingle. The . conversation ceased; every countenance expressed profound attention; and each listener, as if he were assisting at a religious service, translated the accents of that universal language according to his sympathies, his associations, and the habitual direction of his ideas. I was not long in perceiving that Baron-von Noth, and a young student named Werter, were particularly sensible to Ellen's charms and merit. In the baron, a middle-aged man, there was a mixture of dignity and eagerness which betrayed an almost constant struggle between pride and the energy ot a strong passion. It is between the ages of thirty and forty that the passions have most empire over us. At that period of life the character is completely formed; and as we well know what we desire, so do we strive to attain our end with all the energy, of a perfect organization. ; ; ' , Werter was a little more than nineteen years old. He was tall, fair and melancholy. Iam persuaded that love had revealed itself to the young student by the intermediation of the musical sense. I had more than once watched him when Elen sang. ' A sort of fever agitated him; he isolated himself in a corner of the room, and there, in mute ecstacy, the poor boy inhaled the poison of love. . , ,..,.' The pretensions of Ellen's two admirers manifested themselves by attentions of very different kinds, and in which were displayed their different natures. The baron brought Mrs. Muller tickets for concerts and theatres. Often at the dessert, he would send for delicious Hungarian wine, in which he drank the heahh of the ladies, slightly inclining his head to Ellen, as if he would have said I bow to you alone. Werter would stealthily place upon the piano a new ballad, or a volume of poetry; and when the young girl took it up, his face flushed and brightened as if the blood were about to burst from it. Ellen smiled modestly at the baron, or gracefully thanked the student; but she seemed not to suspect that which neither dared to tell her. ; , ', An attentive observer of all that passed, I did my utmost to read Ellen's heart, and to decide as to the future chances of the baron's or the student's loves. , She was passionately fond ,of narratives of adventure, and thanks to the wandering life I had led, I was able to gratify this taste. I noticed that traits of generosityand noble devotion produced an extraordinary effect upon her. Her eyes sparkled as though she would fain have distinguished, through time and space,; the hero of a noble action; then tears moistened her beautiful lashes, as reflection called her to the realities of life.; I understood that neither the baron nor Werter was the man to win her heart; they were neither of them equal to her,;. Had I, been, ten years younger, I think I should have been vain enough, to enter .the lists. But another person, whom none would, at ifirsthave taken for a man capable of feeling and inspiring a strong passion, was destined to carry off the prize, ', ( ,. .., . ; . ; , One night, that we were assembled in the drawing-room, one of the habitual visitors to the house presented us to a Jew, who had just arrived from Lemberg, and whom business was to detain some months at Vienna. In a few words,

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Mr. Mullor made the stranger acquainted with the rules and customs of the liouse. The Jew replied by monosyllables, as if , ho disdained to expend more words and intelligence upon details m entirely material. lie bowed politely to the ladies, glanced smilingly at the furniture of the room, round which he. twice walked, as if in token of taking possession, and then installed himself in an arm chair.' This pantomime might have been translated thus: "Here I am; look at . me once for nil, and then heed me no more." Mr. Malthus that was the Jew's name had a decided limp iu his gait; he was, a man of the middle height, and of a decent bearing; his hair was neglected; but a phrenologist would read a world of things in the magnificent development of his forehead. " The conversation became general. Mr. Malthus spoke little, but, as soon as be opened his hiouth, everybody was jiilent. This apparent deference proceeded perhaps as much from a desire to discover his weak points as from politeness . towards the new comer. : i i ; t Tlio Jew liad one of .those penetrating and sonorous voices whose tones seem to reach the very soul, ;uid which impart to words inflexions not less varied than the forms of thought. Ho summed up the discourses logically and lucidly; but it was easy to see that, out of consideration for his interlocutors, he abstained from putting forth his whole strength.! ' , The conversation was intentionally led to religious prejudices; at the first words spoken on this subject, the Jew's countenance assumed a sublime expression. ' He rose Rt once to the most elevated considerations; it was easy to see that his imagination found itself in a familiar sphere, lie wound up with so pathetic and powerful a peroration, that Ellen, yielding to a sympathetic impulse, madd an abrupt movement lowarus mm. Their two souls had met, and were destined mutually to complete each 6ther. ' ' '' ' ' '. I said to myself, that Jew will be Ellen's husband. Then I applied myself to observe him more attentively. When Mr. Malthus was not strongly moved and animated, he was but nn ordinary marl, nevertheless, by the expression of his eyes, which seemed to look within himself, one could discern that he was internally pre-occupied with some of those lofty thoughts identified with , superior minds. Some celebrated authors were spoken of; he remained silent. Baron von Noth leant over towards mtf and said, in a low voice, "It seems that our new acquaintance is not literary." .. '... ... ; "I should by surprised at that," I replied; "and what is more, 1 would lay a wager that he is musical." Tho B;tron drew back, ' with a movement of vexation, and, as if to test my sagacity, he asked Ellen' to sing something. The amiable girl begged fci'i. to excuse her, but without putting forward any of those small pretexts which most young- ladies would have invented on the instant. Hei mother's authority was needed to vanquish her instinctive resistance. Her prelude testified to some unwonted agitation; its first notes roused the Jew from his reverie; she soon recovered herself.Jand her visible emotion did but add a fresh charm to the habitual expression of her singing. .J(i : ' , , : ., ,:, ,.) i Suddenly she stopped short, declaring, that her memory failed. , ! , Then, to our great) astonishment, a rich and harmonious Voice was ieard, and Ellen continued, accompanied by tie finest tenor I ever listened to in my life. , , . . . ,t ., u :i;i; ! .The Baron bit his lips: Werter was pale with surprise. The warmest applause followed the conclusion of the duett ' ' ; : Malthus had risen from his chair, and seemed entirely under the spell of harmony'.. -. He gave some advice to Ellen, who listened to him with avidity; he even made her repeat a passage, which she afterwards sang with admirable expression. He took her hand, almost ' with enthusiasm, and exclaimed, "I thank you!" -(.'.i', ' "Very odd, indeed,? said the Baron. Poor Werter said nothing, but went and sat himself down, very pensive, at the further end of the drawing room. " Mrs. Muller was radiant at her daughter's Success. As to Ellen, she merely said, in a low voice: : . , ' : ,..; ' ,' ,: : : . ! "If I had instruction, I should perhaps be able to make something of music." "With your mother's' permission," rejoined Malthus, "I shall have pleasure in sometimes accortpanyinf' you." " :: ' -m: . , , Mrs. Muller cast a scrutinizing clanc'e at the. Jew, whose countenance which had resumed its,, habitual calmness, showed nothing that could excite her suspicions. She judged that such a man was not at all dangerous, and accepted his offer. Malthus bowed with cold dignity doubtless ap-. predating the motive of this conhdence--and Ellen struck a few notes, to divert attention from her embarrassment. ' ' 1 The Baron, who sought a vent for his ill hu mor, said to tho young girl, pointing to the Jew's stick ' . "If anything should halt in the accompani ment, there is what will restore the measure. Ellen rose, cast a. look at the Baron, which meant, "One meets people like you everywhere," and left the room. Malthus took up a newspaper,' and read until we separated for the night. The Jew led the regular life of a man who knows the value of time. He worked until noon, paid or received a few visits, went upon Change about two o'clock, then shut himself. up in his apartment, and was visible to nobody, and at precisely four o'clock entered Mr. Muller's room, where Ellen awaited him at the piano.' It was easy to see that he daily assumed a ' great ascendency over the mind of his pupil, whose progress was rapid.:-') .'1 ;(.!". ...... ,!,;);''. , i .When Malthus smiled, Ellen's charming countenance assumed . an indiscribable expression of satisfaction, but as soon as he', relapsed into his habitual thoughtful mood.'the poor girl's soul appeared suspended in a systematic medium; she -saw nothing, answered nobody, -in a word, she instinctively assimilated herself to the mysterious being whose influence governed her. , When Malthus leaned on his cane in walking, Ellen seemed to say, "My arm would support him so Well." ' " ' . ; : - The Jew, however,- did not limp disagreeably;

his left leg was well formed, and his symmetrical figure showed this disturbance in its harmony to have been the result of an accident, ,IIe had the appearance of having long become reconciled to his infirmity, like a soldier who considers his wounds a glorious evidence of his devotion to his country. ' I had more than once felt tempted to ask Malthus the history of his lameness; but ho eluded with so much . care that every approach to the

sabject, that I deemed imself obl'iired to rt-SDect his secret. Two months passed thus,' and I had opportunity of appreciating all the right-mindedness, generosity, and enlightment that dwelt in the accessible part of that extraordinary soul. In presence of this dangerous rival, who triumphed without a struggle, the Baron became almost tender. His self-love cruelly suffered to see preferred to . him a lame merchant, with a fine voice. He sometimes attempted to quiz him; but Malthus confounded him so completely by the, aptness of the retorts, that the laughers were never on the side of the Baron. 1 1 : One night that the family party were assembled, Werter approached Mr. Muller with a suppliant air, and delivered to him a letter from his father. The poor young man's agitation made me suspect that the letter contained a proposal. Mr. Muller read it:with attention, and handed it to his wife, who rapidly glanced over' it and cast a scrutinizing glance at her daughter,: to make sure whether or no she was forewarned of this step, A mother's pride is always flattered under such circumstances, and the first impulse is generally favorable to the man who has singled out the object of her dearest affections; but the second thought is one of prudence; a separation, the many risks of the future, soon check the instinctive satisfaction of the maternal heart, and a thousand motives concur to arrest the desired consent. ' ' ' "I '"It were well," she said", "first to know what Ellen thinks." , ,. ' . , ' :,; .!; The words were like a ray of light to (he poor girl, whose countenance expressed the utmost surprise. : - 1 " , , "Besides, he is very young," added Mrs'. Muller. loud enough for tho Barori to hear.,1 1 ' , Werler's position was painful; he stammered a few words, because embarrassed, and abruptly left the room. '. i ; . , : "A mere child, ".quoth the Baron, "who should be sent back to his books." ,, i - , :i i ,i ; Malthus, who had observed all that had pass ed, rested his two hands on his stick, like a man disposed to argue the point, and warmly defends ed the student. ,; . ., is ., ., ., , ' ."It caunot be denied," he said, in conclusion, "that the young man's choice, pleads in his favor, and his embarrassment,; which at that age is cot unbecoming, proves,- in .my opinion, that whilst aspiring to so great a happiness he has sufficient modesty to admit himself unworthy of i: "If a declaration were a sufficient proof of merit," interrupted the councillor, "1 know one man who would not hesitate." i, .., ; "And who is that?'.', inquired Mrs. Muller. with ill-concealed curiosity. T "Myself, madam," replied the councillor "Baron von Noth." By the way in which this was spoken,1 the dissyllable "myself"' appeared lengthened bv all the importance of the personage. :.!; - ".i:! "At my age men do . not change," continued the Baron: "and the present is a guarantee for the future."" ' . ' ' " Ellen was really to be pitied. When ' Malthus took Werter part, I saw that she was on the point of fainting. . Her countenance, , naturally so gentle, was overshadowed by an expression of vexation and displeasure. fehe had (aken the Jew's benevolent defense of the student for a mark of indifference. Whilst still under the influence of this! painful impression, the Baron's declaration same to add to her agitation; she cast a reproachful glance at Malthus, sank back in her chair and swooned away. The Jew sprang forward, took her in his arms, laid her on a sofa, and knelt down beside her."' ; ' ' ' -'" '" ' '''" ; "You have not understood nib, then?" he exclaimed, v I ; i ,, , ,7 : ,.'i ; a. t ! . Ellen opened her eyes, and beheld at her feet the man whom her heart had selected; and, absorbed in her passion,' Unconscious of the presence of those who stood around, she murmured, in a feeble voice: vr. m; ,,.,. . 'Yours! j Yours alone!-1-ever yours!" .. ; . "Sir," said Malthus to Mr. Muller, ','my proposal comes rather late; but I hope you will be so good as to take it into consideration."' In the Jew's manner there' was the dignity of a man in a position to dictate conditions. Ellen had recovered herself. As for Mr. Muller, there had not been time for his habitual phlegm to be come disturbed; but his wife could not restrain a smile at this dramatic complication, whose denouement remained in suspense "''.'': "Mr. Y.," said she to. me, somewhat maliciously, "do you not feel the effect of example?" ''Perhaps I might have been unable to resist,'.' I replied, "had not Mr. Malthus declared , him self before me." ' : , ' ' - ' '"'' ' -Ellen blushed, and the Jew pressed my hand Just then Werter re-entered the room, pale and downcast, like a man who comes to hear sentence passed upon him. .There was a profound silence, which lasted several minutes, or at least it seem ed to me to be so; .At last Mr. Muller broke it, . "Gentlemen," he said,. ''I am much flattered by the honor you have done me " . He paused, and seemed to be recalling past events to his mind. : During this short silence, Werter gazed" at us in turn, with an air of astonishment, and I doubt not that he included me in the number of his rivals; ! I 't : u: . ; :i "I. have something to tell you," continued Mr. Muller, "which will perhaps modify your present intentions. ;:! About ten years ago I had to visit Berlin, where my father had just died. .The winding up of his affairs proved complicated and troublesome, and I was obliged to place my. interests in the hands of a lawyer, who had been recommended ,to me as extremely skillful. ! The business at last settled, I found myself entitled to about forty thousand florins, which I proposed to embark in trade.. I was happily married, and Ellen was seven years old. Our little fortune had

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been greatly impaired by a succession ot loste.' for which this inheritance would compensate. -; One day I went to tuy lawyer to receive the money. He had disappeared, taking it with him. Despair took possession of me; I dared not impart the fatal news to my wife, and I confess it with shame, I determined on suicide. All that day I rambled about the country, and at night. I approached the banks of the Spree. Climbing upon the parapet of a high bridge, I gazed with gloomy delight into the dark waters that rolled beneath. On my knees upon the stone, I offered up a short but fervent prayer to Ilim who woundi and heals, . I commended my wife and daughter to His mercy, and precipitated myself from the bridge. I was struggling instinctively against death, when 1 felt myself seized by a vigorous arm. A man swam near me, and drew me towards the shore, which we both-reached. It was so dark that I could not distinguish tho features of my preserver. . But the tones of his voice made an impression on me which has not yet been effaced, and I have met but one man whose voice has reminded me of that of the generous unknown, lie compelled mo to go home withhim, questioned me, and to my extreme astonishment, handed me a portfolio containing forty thousand florins, on the express condition that I "should take no steps to find him out.' I entreated him to accept my marriage ring, at sight of which I promised to repay the loan, as soon as it : should be possible for me o do so. He took the ring, and 1 left him, my heart brimful of gratitude. , ' , I will not attempt to describe to you the joy with which 1 once more embraced my wife and i daughter.. . God alone can repay my benefactor all the good he did us. . I arranged my affairs, and we set out for Vienna, where I formed this establishment, of which I cannot consider myself more than the temporary possessor.'' You perceive, gentlemen, that Ellen has no dowery to expect, and that we may at any moment be reduced to a very precarious position.",,; Ellen's face was hidden in her hands. When Mr. Muller ceased speaking, we still listened. Presently the Jew broke silence. ' "I have little," he said, "to add to your narrative:; tho man who was so fortunate as to render you a service, remained a cripple for the rest of.hisdays. When he plunged into the Spree ' he struck against' a stone, and since then he limps, as you perceive." ' ' - 1 . , .i We were all motionless with surprise. : Then .Malthus drew a ring from hiB finger and handed it to Mr. Muller. The countenance of the latter, generally so cold in its expression, was ex- ' traordinarily agitated;' tears' started to his eyes, and he threw himself into his preserver's arms, i "AH that I possess belongs to you!" he cried, ;"an4 I have the happiness to inform . you that your capital has doubled." . . "0( all that you possess,'' replied Malthus, ask but one tiling, for which 1 haveno right." The1 worthy German took the hand of his -daughter, who trembled with happiness and surprise, and placing it in that of the Jew, . . ,, . , .."Sir,",' lie said, addressing himself to me, '."you have seen the world, and you are disinterested in this question, do you think that I could do better?" ' ' ' ' CORRESPONDENT'S TRAIN T - - LINES, ' 1 ' 111 1 nt c: t.' butler. ' Dearest, as I pass' along, ; ! I -Will sing a bonnic song; ' Words of love common metre, None, just n6w, sounding sweeter. With thy double dimpled chin, ; ; Rosy cheeks with dimples in,, Lips of gentler curve, I trow, ., Never gave as sweet a vow. r . Eyes of deep expressive grey, '' None e'er spoke more love than they, Nor so bright and full of mirth " '' 'None so dear to me on earth. '' ' ' ,. , Brow of Beauty's fairest mould, . .. ; Song as sweet as bar.d e'er told, , ; . Hair of darkest hue, unfurls ,, ,- Jetty locks and sunny curls. , , ! Form of most exquisite turn, ' Perfection might a lesson learn; ' ' ' ;,:: Such is she I truly love, ' ' Faithful as the stars above. ' None e'er lov'dso true as she, '' Nor have tho't so much of me; ' -; None will bless me as I live, . I None the boon of bliss can give, ; ,1 ..: : ,i .-. . i.; '. -, . ' i ' ;. . .1 ( Like the dear one by my side,. .Who would brave the coldest tide ; Wrought by Sorrow's bitter tears, ( i . ,,t When no light of hope appears., Indianapolis, Ind., .'S3. . . : J " ' Dear Loco.: Another Hoosier lias made' hi debut in Yankeedom "the land of baked beani, Jpumpkins and' codfish; basswood bacorl hams', "wooden nut megs, horn gun flints, the land of -steady habits." : ' ; -; 1 ,; '' '' Yes, another heathen is being, or attempting to be,' civilized in a Yankee school-room, and if he is not, then "Yankee Doodle" is not to blame, for he has all the latest patents for Jteaching the young idea how to shoot." ' .