The faithful Dog. thousand apologies, when the moon, in her full, peeping from under a cloud, darted the brilliancy of her silver rays on the Lady's face, and manifested beauties of an uncommon rate. The electric shock of lightning is not so sudden as the impression it made upon Mr. Ford, and the effect of it was an irresistible propensity to follow the fair where she chose to lead him. A fine Newfoundland dog used to accompany him wherever he went; and, therefore, faithful to his master, he trod upon their steps till they arrived at a good-looking house at the corner of a square. The bell was rung by the lady; a well dressed footman opened the door; but expecting no fees from the quadruped, took care not to let him in. A room elegantly furnished, with an ottomane placed opposite to the chimney-piece, received the well-pleased visitors, who took a light collation, and in their chat forgot the hour. It was then between two and three in the morning. Tired, and well |