what pertinaceous, but it was the result of high principle — there was nothing of levity or selfishness allowed in forming his conclusions.
« There was a primitive simplicity in M. Baby’s character, which added to his polished manners and benignity of disposition, threw a moral beauty around him which is very seldom beheld. His favorite amusements partook largely of this simplicity. He was fond of fishing — The solitude with which it was attended was congenial to his mind — it gave him exercise, fresh air and an appetite. For this amusement he had always a strong predilection. — It required hope and much patience ; and indeed, few can sit quietly on the flowery bank of a calm river, separated from the cares and business of the world, without falling into such contemplations as shall benefit their souls.
« He had, perhaps, still greater pleasure in attending to his garden — to prune, to bud and graft, to sow and plant were among his most agreable employments —
