It was very pleasant to listen to it in that cozy little room.

He poked the blazing coals, sipped his red port, stroked pussy, who bore a most absurd feline resemblance to himself, and took up his paper again.
For the second time he read over a brief paragraph among the "Personals:" "LEFT HER HOME .-- On the fifteenth instant--whether forcibly or of her own free will is unknown--a young lady of sixteen years, by name Mollie Dane.
Is undersized, very slight of figure, a profusion of light, curling hair, large blue eyes, handsome features, and remarkably self-possessed and straightforward of manner.

Was dressed as a bride, in white silk and lace.

Any information concerning her will be thankfully received and liberally rewarded by her afflicted friends.

Apply personally or by letter to MR.