The Wilmingtonian, And Delaware Advertiser

Nature and Nature's God smile upon the union that is sweetened by love and sanctified by law. The sphere of our affection is enlarged, and our pleasures take a wider range. We become more important and respected among men, and existence itself is doubly enjoyed with this our softer self. Misfortune loses half its anguish beneath the soothing influence of her smiles, and triumph becomes more triumphant when shared with her. Without her what is man? A roving and restless being; driven at pleasure by romantic speculation, and cheated into misery by futile hopes—the mad victim of untamed passions, and the disappointed pursuer of fruitless joys. But with her he awakens to a new life. He follows a path—wider and nobler than the narrow road to self aggrandizement—this is scattered with more fragrant flowers, and illumined by a clearer light.