yourself in
uw this habit

nels yoU 1rvlorc to IUllIttt it repimoii IO
(I credit, which toa young man In the corn-
reer, is equal to a large capital of itself.
rung men will certainly carry you down-
iout employment, they drive fast horses,
hey frequent gambling houses, they both
ow tobacco, and tlk profane language.
iother that might beSeen in the company ?
you would judge any one else. There is
erb, "A man is known by the company he
your company such as will reflect the high.
earnestly and strongly, for I believe your
kindly: and I trust, when you sincerely
will at once dismiss that class of associates
ir earnest Well-Wisher
and Sincere Friend,
-DAVID CLINE.

dvising a Young Man against a Hurried Marriage.
'ND CHARLES!                RUTLAND, VT., April 5,18-.
You ask me if you will not act the wiser part by
ing Miss Manchester at once, and settling yourself permanently;
-t you Inform me that it has been but three weeks since you first
ber acquaintance. You may possibly be in jest, and perhaps in
t; ti either case, as you ask my advice, I can but give it.
choosing of a life companion, dear Charles, Is a too serious
to be so hastily decided. The'selectlon of a partner for a
or a ride may beef little moment. The choice of an associate
siness may be determined in a short time; but the acceptance
artner for life requires the most serious deliberation. You
 take ample time for the study of te character, temperament,
ition an([ accomplishments of the lady whom you choose to be
arer of your laborS, joys, sorrows, reverses and prosperity.
a this tep hangs a large share of your happiness In life. Do not
Shastily. Trutsting however, that I will some day see you
y married and settled, I am as ever.
Your most Sincere Friend,
GEORGE BACHELDOR.

a Gentleman on the Subject of Health,
BosToN, MAss., May 8, 18.

a.HU pountlnug tile  s.  utrg t-- e  |tt e ,| i,-I.n  -- .  t-
ches t, strengthen the lung power, and vry efictually ward off
consumption.
5.-Dt/. If Inclined to be dyspeptic, avoid mince pie, sausage, and
other highly seasoned food. Beware of eating too freely of soups;
better to eat food dry enough to employ the natural saliva of the
month in moistening it. If inclined to over-eat, partake freely or rice,
cracked wheat, and other Articles that aie easily digested.
Eat freely of ripe fruit, and atvoid excessive use of meats. Eat at
*regular hours, and lightly near the hour of going to bed. Eat slowly.
Thoronghly masticate the food. Do not wash it down with continual
drink while eating. Tell your funniest stories while at the table, and
for an hour afterwards. Do not engage in severe mental labor directly
after hearty eating.
6.--Eeree. Exercise, not too violent, but sufficient to produce a
gentle perspiration. should be had each day in the open air.
7.- Condifton of Mind. The condition of the mind has much to do
with health. Be hopeful and joyous. To be so, avoid business en-
falglements that may cause perplexity and aLxiety. Keep outof deht.
Live within your income. Attend church. Walk, ride, mix in jovial
company.D o as nearly right as youknow how. Thus conscience will
always be at ease. If occasionally disappointed, remember that-there
is no rose without a thorn, and that the darkest cInds have a silver
lining; that sunshine follows storm, and beautiful spring follows the
dreary winter. Do your duty, and leave the r st to God who doeth all
things well.
Hoping to hear of your continued prosperity and recovery of health.
I  a r, ,
Your very Sincere Friend,
ALLEN MLATLOCK.                  SIBLEY JOHNSON, M. D.
Advice to an Orphan Boy.
ARLItoNON, N. C., June 7. 18-.
My DEAn CHARtLE:
I received your letter last evening. I was greatly
pleased to hear that you have secured a positlon with Colby, HIender-
son & Co., and that your sisters are comfortably situated in their new
homes. You ask me for advice as to what you shall do to mniatain
the good opinion of your employers, and thus ultimately, prosperously
establish yourself.
This desire that you evince to please is one of the very best evi-
dences that you will please. Your question is very commendable.
How can you succeed? That should be the great question with all
young men. It is best answcred, prhaps, by the reply of the wealthy
and honored old man who gave this advice to his grandson:
"My boy. take the admonition of an old man who has seen every
phase of human life.
"If I could give you hut one precept -to follow, it would be, Keep
qood company. Bult, adding more, I will say:
"Be truthful; you thus always have the confidence of others.
"Be temperate; thus doing, you preserve health and money.
" Be industrious; you will then be constantly adding to your acqui-