He is such a nice young man--and has such prospects.

And prospects is what a young woman should look to when gentlemen come seriously inclined to matrimony--" "Mother," said Mattie, interrupting, "I have got such a nice letter.

It has made me so happy.

I know you would like to read it.

You always like to read my letters, you know." And Mattie looked playfully in her mother's face, and handed her the letter.