They excite the minds of the slaves, and render these laws necessary for the very protection of our lives.

But without this interference, there would be no such necessity.

In this Walsh's Appeal, which is now open before me, you will find, where Abel left off reading, these remarks, which show that not only the health and comfort of the slaves, but also their feelings, are greatly considered.

'The master who would deprive his negro of his property--the product of his poultry-house or his little garden; who would force him to work on holidays, or at night; who would deny him common recreations, or leave him without shelter and provision, in his old age, would incur the aversion of the community, and raise obstacles to the advancement of his own interest and external aims.'" "Then," said Mr.Hubbard, "you mean to say, he is kind from self-interest alone." "No, I do not," replied Arthur; "that undoubtedly, actuates men at the South, as it does men at the North; but I mean to say, so universal is it with us to see our slaves well treated, that when an instance of the contrary nature occurs, the author of it is subject to the dislike and odium of his acquaintances." "But," said Mr.Hubbard, "that does not always protect the slaves--which shows that your laws are sometimes ineffectual.

They are not always secure from ill-treatment." "But, do your laws always secure you from ill-treatment ?" said Arthur.
"Of course," said Mr.Hubbard, "the poorest person in New England is as safe from injustice and oppression, as the highest in the land." "Nonsense," said Arthur, "don't you think I can judge for myself, as regards that?
Abel, do tell Mr.Hubbard of our little adventure in the bakehouse." "With pleasure," said Abel, "especially as you two have not let me say a word yet.