Phenix Gazette

Foreign Chit-Chat.—A private letter from one of his friends abroad, mentions that our countryman Newton is employed in painting a cabinet picture for the Somerset Exhibition. The subject is Abelard receiving a letter from Eloisa.— He is in the picturesque Italian scholastic costume of that day, in his study. A table, with learned tomes, and an antique high backed chair, form the accessories. It is said to be very beautiful, and that he is every day making alterations and improvements. "His charming wife, who is a great favorite with every body, takes a great interest in his occupation, and cheers his labors by her company. They are living very happily."