ELEANOR CLARE'S JOURNAL FOR TEN YEARS.

When all the sweeties, and halfpence, and toys were gone, the children went too, gradually dispersing down to Ferny Bank and the shore; then our other company assembled in the house, and the early tea (remarkable innovation on Burnbank customs) took place for those who chose to remain. A few, who dine at half-past six and seven o'clock, departed, after expressing regret that they had had so little of my company. I believe a great many people,—-all, perhaps, except Mrs. Lake and the Lawsons—-took away an impression that Miss Eleanor Clare has a taste for low company. Mary Jane Curling said they were surprised I had not chosen to give a dance! As if I cared for a dance in this hot weather! And where were the partners to come from, if I had? I like the children's parties the best yet, whatever I may do by-and-by. I will give a dance, maybe, when I leave school, or when I am of age.

ELEANOR CLARE'S JOURNAL FOR TEN YEARS.

"If you please, Miss Eleanor, there is a gentleman who wishes to see you. I have showed him into the library;" and she handed me in a card, "Mr. Herbert Clay."

ELEANOR CLARE'S JOURNAL FOR TEN YEARS.