CHAPTER III.
Miss Caroline Herschel.
(SOME SISTERS OF MEMORABLE MEN.)
here is a hallowed charm in the relationship of sister, when its duties are tenderly felt and faithfully fulfilled. It has often been remarked that young men, who have grown up surrounded by a group of amiable sisters, or even in companionship with only one who possessed a loving heart and gentle mind, are easily known by their superior refinement and their deference to and respect for women. "I knew he must have had nice sisters," is a frequent comment, when the speech and deportment of a young man has led to an inquiry as to his family connections.
I do not say that many a young man has not attained mild, considerate, kindly manners who has never had a sister; but I hold that one of the most
