That which presses upon me now, is the fear that although he may still live, as unquestionably Corbet on his death-bed had assured me, yet it is possible we may never recover him.

In that case he is dead to me--lost forever." "I will not attempt to offer your ladyship consolation," replied the stranger; "but I would suggest simply, that the dying words of your steward, perhaps, may be looked upon as the first opening--the dawn of a hopeful issue.

I think we may fairly and reasonably calculate that your son lives.

Take courage, madam.

In our efforts to trace him, remember that we have only commenced operations.