| 单词 | proposal of marriage |
| 例句 | She did, however, accept his proposal of marriage. The Devil in the White City 2003-02-11T00:00:00Z It feels a little bit like expecting a proposal of marriage, only to get offered the role of mistress. The Cruel Prince 2018-01-02T00:00:00Z Then the girl stayed there and some years later she received a proposal of marriage from the son of a very rich chief. The Girl Who Married a Lion: and Other Tales from Africa 2004-12-07T00:00:00Z When Jeanne accepts her fiancé's proposal of marriage, Paul realizes that she means more to him than a vessel of anonymous sex. Dead Sex Kittens: Farewell to Three Icons of Movie Eroticism 2011-02-10T08:10:00Z Over 6ft tall, wavy-haired, he became known for his elegant dress sense, and received dozens of proposals of marriage from female viewers. Kenneth Kendall 2012-12-14T16:08:50Z He, of course, thinks that he has done brilliantly, the dance being a preparation for his proposal of marriage the next day. Jane Austen: Strictly ballroom 2013-05-03T15:00:01Z Years later, as she refuses Laurie’s real proposal of marriage, Jo is wearing that same vest beneath an oversized camel blazer. How Jacqueline Durran, the “Little Women” Costume Designer, Remixes Styles and Eras 2020-01-13T05:00:00Z Now she is at work on a novel that will portray the life of Hillary Rodham after she decides to reject Bill Clinton’s final proposal of marriage. 20 Years After Diana’s Death, a Happier Ending Imagined 2017-08-19T04:00:00Z Nightingale was born on 12 May 1820 to a wealthy family, who were horrified when she turned down a proposal of marriage and announced she was to become a nurse. Sculpture recalls Florence Nightingale's role as pioneering writer 2010-04-19T18:16:00Z But the astute Octave, recognizing what is going on, asks Clémentine to let a rose slip from her hands if his proposal of marriage pleases her. Music Review: Unearthing A Charmer Predating Bastille Day 2011-02-11T21:54:28Z A proposal of marriage from a widowed synchronised swimming teacher seems just the thing to get him back on stroke. Cinderella – review 2012-12-09T00:06:07Z Or Wilhelmina Ffynche, the most beautiful girl in London, who has rejected 14 proposals of marriage and has no intention of being “won.” A Roundup of the Season’s Romance Novels 2017-09-26T04:00:00Z As every English major knows, Yeats was infatuated with Gonne — his muse, his tormentor, the dark-haired beauty who rejected his many proposals of marriage. The Tower That Enchanted Yeats 2015-10-01T04:00:00Z “What novel do you think you’re in?” exclaims a former girlfriend whom he has ambushed to make a manic proposal of marriage. ‘The Mother and the Whore’: A Threesome and Then Some 2023-06-22T04:00:00Z Her sister, Elizabeth, refused Philip’s proposal of marriage and rallied to the Anglican cause. Western Civilization: A Concise History 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z She accepted his proposal of marriage within a month. Virginia Zeani, renowned and versatile opera diva, dies at 97 2023-03-22T04:00:00Z Ludden bought the ring for White after she initially turned down his proposals of marriage, according to E! Betty White's belongings will be auctioned, and here are some items you could own 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z Soon, nearby, a proposal of marriage, met with laughing-while-crying acceptance as onlookers beam. Restaurant review: Canlis’ first female chef is cause for all kinds of celebration 2022-03-17T04:00:00Z “She states that when Vivienne died, and she expected a proposal of marriage from him and he changed his mind, that she was devastated,” Dickey said. T.S. Eliot defends himself from the grave after love letters are released, insisting ‘I never at any time had sexual relations with Miss Hale’ 2020-01-03T05:00:00Z But Neil insists he made a proposal of marriage to Richard and they waited over a decade in the hope it would be legalised. Why we just can't wait to get married 2019-08-18T04:00:00Z Harold's postings abroad kept him separated from Pauline, but she realised how much she loved him and so, on his return from his duties, she accepted his proposal of marriage. The Windrush spark that never died 2018-06-21T04:00:00Z In the middle of the third novel in the series, “Anne of the Island,” Anne is still putting Gilbert off, rejecting his proposal of marriage. The Other Side of Anne of Green Gables 2017-04-27T04:00:00Z He said: "It is a unique atmosphere. I've seen some people burst into tears and even proposals of marriage." Strawberry Field, inspiration for Beatles hit, to undergo revamp - BBC News 2017-02-16T05:00:00Z The novel, after a brief prologue, begins with a nightgown-clad Victoria receiving the news that she is now the monarch and concludes with her breathless proposal of marriage to her cousin, Albert. Two new books on ‘Victoria,’ queen of all she surveyed 2016-12-22T05:00:00Z He represented a clear escape route from her parents’ home: shortly after her 19th birthday, she accepted his proposal of marriage. Angela Carter: Far from the fairytale 2016-10-01T04:00:00Z All his relationships are essentially erotic: Lady Laura Standish falls in love with him because he is so good-looking, and rejects his proposal of marriage only because he isn’t rich enough for an ambitious woman. Why Trollope Is Trending 2015-04-27T04:00:00Z The couple, who were in a relationship for almost five years, were caught when the man visited the woman's home with the proposal of marriage. Court orders gang rape compensation 2014-03-28T07:11:03Z The couple, who were in a relationship for almost five years, were caught on Monday when the man visited the woman's home with the proposal of marriage. Court orders probe into tribal rape 2014-01-24T06:56:12Z Should we accept a proposal of marriage for our teenage daughter? Iran's Election: A Trio Battle It Out as Islamic Republic Heads to the Polls 2013-06-14T07:20:33Z One girl had a proposal of marriage, and one boy is married to a feeble-minded girl. Being Well-Born An Introduction to Eugenics 2012-05-22T15:16:53.140Z When she attained the summit of the hill her progress was stayed by Prince Cradocus, who, being struck with her extreme beauty, at once made a proposal of marriage. The Cambrian Sketch-Book Tales, Scenes, and Legends of Wild Wales 2012-04-27T02:00:33.040Z ‘It’s a proposal of marriage,’ I says, and when she started giggling I was that pleased I planted half the toolips upside down. The Early Life and Adventures of Sylvia Scarlett 2012-04-26T02:00:17.327Z I heard of one young man who threatened to murder all the relations of a girl for whom he had made proposals of marriage upon her parents refusing to accept his offer. Behind the Veil in Persia and Turkish Arabia An account of an Englishwoman's Eight Years' Residence amongst the Women of the East 2012-04-18T02:00:15.997Z I was upon the point of knocking at it,—I wished to speak to Gaguine one instant longer, to ask his sister's hand,—but a proposal of marriage at such an hour! Annouchka A Tale 2012-04-13T02:00:19.120Z Indeed, she received and rejected a proposal of marriage when she was seventy. Superwomen 2012-04-03T02:00:38.047Z Now I come to think of it, the presence of a third party is not essential to a proposal of marriage. A Safety Match 2012-03-19T02:00:23.817Z After several proposals of marriage to other ladies had been rejected, he married an heiress who agreed with his ascetic programme of life. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 10 "David, St" to "Demidov" 2012-02-17T03:00:33.923Z She enjoyed his friendship, but if he was going to bother her every few days with distasteful proposals of marriage it made friendship impossible. Comrade Yetta 2012-02-15T03:00:24.213Z I now recall that his decline in health began about the time when I refused to consider a proposal of marriage which he made. Unfettered A Novel 2012-02-12T03:00:15.143Z To extract the proposal of marriage from Ballester was within the rules of the game and good play into the bargain. The Four Corners of the World 2012-01-26T03:00:15.920Z Mr. Lincoln did make a proposal of marriage to me in the summer, or perhaps later, in the year of 1840. Abraham Lincoln, Volume 1 (of 2) The True Story Of A Great Life 2012-01-05T03:00:35.370Z She contrived, in several ways, to bring them together, and at length Franklin made proposals of marriage. The Life of Benjamin Franklin Illustrated by Tales, Sketches, and Anecdotes 2012-01-04T03:00:46.617Z "Mrs. Grice, when you received your husband's proposal of marriage, was it by letter or word of mouth?" A Knight on Wheels 2011-12-24T03:08:07.830Z I have thought it all over, and if you are agreeable I am willing to renew my proposal of marriage. Uncle's dream; And The Permanent Husband 2011-12-08T03:00:25.597Z He therefore frequented crowded places, and on seeing any woman or girl he did not know would present her respectfully with a printed proposal of marriage. State Trials Vol. 2 (of 2) Political and Social 2011-11-24T03:00:50.470Z Nothing!" said Mr. Mooney, with the roar of a tornado, "do you call an impudent proposal of marriage to a respectable man's daughter nothing! Further Experiences of an Irish R.M. 2011-11-24T03:00:44.527Z My maiden aunt sent you a woollen comforter, but I'm not aware that in return you ever made her a proposal of marriage. Plays: Lady Frederick, The Explorer, A Man of Honor 2011-11-11T03:00:30.420Z His message was delivered by that youthful humourist with elaborate ceremony,—this was in the pre-Willesden-Green days,—coupled with a confident assurance that it portended either a proposal of marriage or "the sack." A Knight on Wheels 2011-12-24T03:08:07.830Z I insist upon your confirming—confirming here and at once—the fact that this very evening you made a proposal of marriage to my daughter!” Uncle's dream; And The Permanent Husband 2011-12-08T03:00:25.597Z His despondency—Repeated proposals of marriage to various ladies. The Life and Letters of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Volume I (of 2) 2011-11-10T03:00:08.903Z The vicar and his curate went away; but what was Charlotte's astonishment to receive a letter next morning from the latter containing a proposal of marriage, and filled with ardent expressions of devotion! The Bront? Family, Vol. 1 of 2 with special reference to Patrick Branwell Bront? 2011-10-27T02:00:24.317Z I don't see why you should be ashamed because you made me a proposal of marriage? Plays: Lady Frederick, The Explorer, A Man of Honor 2011-11-11T03:00:30.420Z In your time a woman who did not respond affirmatively or negatively to a proposal of marriage was accused of playing fast and loose. The Woman Who Vowed The Demetrian 2011-10-24T02:00:18.500Z This very evening the prince knelt at my daughter's feet, and actually, and by no means in a dream, made a solemn proposal of marriage to her!” Uncle's dream; And The Permanent Husband 2011-12-08T03:00:25.597Z He knew that she wouldn't respond to a proposal of marriage couched in terms of a real estate transaction. Of All Things 2011-10-09T02:00:26.957Z In vain were proposals of marriage made to the maidens of the adjoining states, who one and all declared they would not change their state by becoming the wives of Romans. The Comic History of Rome 2011-10-09T02:00:24.507Z I rather wish that proposal of marriage had been on your own behalf. Plays: Lady Frederick, The Explorer, A Man of Honor 2011-11-11T03:00:30.420Z A humble proposal of marriage will, in my judgment, soften her more than anything else. Ann Boyd 2011-09-29T02:00:14.220Z Miss Mildred had been Octavia's governess for seven or eight years, when one bright morning, just before her and Octavia's annual vacation, she was dumfounded to receive a proposal of marriage from Simon. Octavia The Octoroon 2011-09-26T02:00:30.547Z A girl when she receives a proposal of marriage has no right to appear so composed. Coelebs The Love Story of a Bachelor 2011-08-31T02:01:28.960Z It bore a curious resemblance to that which had immediately followed Richard Maule's proposal of marriage, the proposal for which her father and mother, as well as herself, had watched and waited so anxiously. Jane Oglander 2011-08-30T02:00:38.717Z I'm glad of that because I want to make you a proposal of marriage. Plays: Lady Frederick, The Explorer, A Man of Honor 2011-11-11T03:00:30.420Z You must tell the people how to bake a pie, to cure a headache, to bleach a shirt, to speak the truth, to clean silverware, to make a proposal of marriage. The Adventures of a Widow A Novel 2011-08-25T02:00:27.403Z The cobbler and his friends invented new words for hurrah, and amused themselves by making proposals of marriage to the Jewish women in the crowd. Judith Trachtenberg A Novel 2011-08-03T02:00:13.470Z I think if she had refused to have him accompany her to a Sunday-School picnic she would have recounted it to us as the refusal of a proposal of marriage. The Heart's Country 2011-08-02T02:00:26.847Z Heinrich immediately sent a proposal of marriage to Cornelia, overflowing with the ardor of unrestrained passion and the most sincere, humble repentance. A Twofold Life 2011-07-21T02:00:21.433Z I wanted to explain to you one of the reasons which emboldened me last night to make you a proposal of marriage. Plays: Lady Frederick, The Explorer, A Man of Honor 2011-11-11T03:00:30.420Z I had great trouble lately,—a proposal of marriage, and a splendid match, as they say. The Journal of Countess Fran?oise Krasinska Great Grandmother of Victor Emmanuel 2011-07-10T02:00:25.767Z Now Diamantina, for that was her name, did not reach her fifteenth birthday without proposals of marriage from every country under heaven; but be the suitor who he might, the king always said him nay. The Orange Fairy Book 2011-06-29T02:00:31.520Z Your majesty may conceive the astonishment of king Bahaman when he learned that, without his knowledge, a proposal of marriage had been made by the king of the genii. The Thousand and One Days A Companion to the 'Arabian Nights' 2011-06-04T02:00:14.880Z Now, lest you should 'imagine vain things,' I wish you to know that Mr. Noel has not renewed his proposal of marriage, and I hope never will. A Speckled Bird 2011-05-06T02:00:09.097Z I never saw any one make such a fuss about so insignificant a detail as a proposal of marriage. Plays: Lady Frederick, The Explorer, A Man of Honor 2011-11-11T03:00:30.420Z There was a certain awkwardness in making a proposal of marriage across a spacious room. That Unfortunate Marriage, Vol. 3 2011-04-26T02:00:25.180Z She was in the position of a young lady who expects a proposal of marriage to be made to her, and who has already determined upon declining it. The Finger of Fate A Romance 2011-04-21T02:00:43.830Z Do you call an impudent proposal of marriage 173 to a respectable man’s daughter nothing! Humours of Irish Life 2011-04-19T02:00:16.057Z Years ago her own responsibility had ended, and even had she desired to reconsider the proposal of marriage, no opportunity to do so had been given her. A Speckled Bird 2011-05-06T02:00:09.097Z And, secondly, that an invitation to tea is not necessarily accompanied by a proposal of marriage. Plays: Lady Frederick, The Explorer, A Man of Honor 2011-11-11T03:00:30.420Z Consider, will you, please, how impossible it is that her father should entertain a proposal of marriage from you. The MS. in a Red Box 2011-04-07T02:00:20.313Z I have even had a beau and a proposal of marriage by a red-headed man from Red Bird. Voices; Birth-Marks; The Man and the Elephant 2011-03-28T02:00:27.040Z Several times, since his first abortive attempt, he had been on the eve of making fuller declaration to her—in short, a proposal of marriage. No Quarter! 2011-03-26T02:00:16.330Z On one occasion the Irish servant found Pate in this attitude in the parlor, and hastily retreated, believing that he was making a proposal of marriage. The Funny Philosophers Wags and Sweethearts 2011-03-19T02:00:11.277Z Miss Grant had waited patiently for her lover all these years; with a woman's true heart refusing to listen for a moment to other proposals of marriage. Cora and The Doctor or Revelations of A Physician's Wife 2011-03-10T03:00:49.120Z She informs Harry that Vips has just made her a proposal of marriage, which disparity of age alone prevents her from accepting, for in fact she is devoted to the lad. 'O Thou, My Austria!' 2011-03-04T03:01:01.630Z "Why, it's a proposal of marriage!" exclaimed papa, "and I thought it a summons from the police." The Dodd Family Abroad, Vol. I 2011-03-03T03:00:56.130Z Mrs. D. received it during my illness at Genoa, and finding it to be a proposal of marriage to Cary, took it upon her to write an indignant refusal. The Dodd Family Abroad, Vol. II 2011-03-03T03:00:54.950Z Hence love exists between the young couple before the destined bridegroom urges his mother to make the requisite proposals of marriage. The Thistle and the Cedar of Lebanon 2011-02-20T03:00:13.767Z He made proposals of marriage to me the evening after our ride to Waverley, and I indignantly refused him. Cora and The Doctor or Revelations of A Physician's Wife 2011-03-10T03:00:49.120Z He valued her only as a friend, and had splashed into the quicksand of a proposal of marriage without knowing it. A Practical Novelist 2011-02-19T03:01:38.957Z He now sought to achieve this unity by a proposal of marriage to Irene. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 3 "Electrostatics" to "Engis" 2011-02-06T03:00:53.093Z She would never have allowed one to know that one was in the way, even if one had interrupted a proposal of marriage. A Lame Dog's Diary 2011-02-04T03:00:23.707Z He had told her that he loved her, and Sally, terribly anxious to please her mother and to secure Enid Barr’s safety from scandal, had been ready to listen to his proposal of marriage. Girl Alone 2011-01-27T03:00:36.117Z Charles Barthampton had seen Muriel more than once since her return from the desert, and now he had come with the determination to make her a proposal of marriage. Burning Sands 2011-01-17T03:00:53.930Z Instead, it read: "A Surprise for a Dana from a Greg," and a "nontransferable" proposal of marriage, the New York Times reports. Groupon: A Love Story 2011-01-06T16:45:00Z If the pins float, the water-spirits show favourable auspices, but if the pins sink, the maiden is unhappy, and will hesitate in accepting the proposal of marriage. The Fairy-Faith in Celtic Countries 2011-01-06T03:00:47.543Z No deed of partnership was ever made more clear than this formal proposal of marriage! The Man with the Double Heart 2010-12-21T22:55:56.757Z And during the Christmas and Easter vacations she netted three proposals of marriage, from brothers of classmates in whose homes she visited. Girl Alone 2011-01-27T03:00:36.117Z But, no: that could hardly be his meaning, though his refraining from a definite proposal of marriage was suspicious. Burning Sands 2011-01-17T03:00:53.930Z They hugged and kissed each other in public, and exchanged extravagant notes which were sometimes mock proposals of marriage, although some have supposed them to have been real ones. The True Benjamin Franklin She understood me, I think, though I never put that point to a practical test by a proposal of marriage. Toppleton's Client or, A Spirit in Exile “In the event, then, of either of you—at a future time, of course—receiving a proposal of marriage—” Miss Isabella reopened her fan, and began to use it in a quick, agitated manner. A Double Knot “Leave me strength to write a proposal of marriage to this cocksure young farmer who brags that he is as capable in the kitchen as on the seat of a cultivator!” Girl Alone 2011-01-27T03:00:36.117Z During this and the day following she waited breathlessly for a proposal of marriage, and when none was forthcoming, she decided that she would give him one week and then lose her temper. Burning Sands 2011-01-17T03:00:53.930Z Pip, indeed, soon after his arrival, received a proposal of marriage, which, ever ready to oblige a lady, he accepted forthwith. "Pip" A Romance of Youth This feeling gave me courage to do many things which I had hitherto put off, and among them was the making of a proposal of marriage to the admired Miss Hicksworthy-Johnstone. Toppleton's Client or, A Spirit in Exile You have every symptom about you of a girl who has had a proposal of marriage in the last couple of days. Miss Million's Maid A Romance of Love and Fortune I remember particularly that second season, because it brought to me the first taste of slander, my first newspaper notice, and my first proposal of marriage. Life on the Stage When I made clear my proposal of marriage, the old man embraced me and broke out in a tumult of joy: "I am a poor man, and could never have expected such great good fortune." Stories from Tagore She had just visited a friend about to take the veil, had just listened to a proposal of marriage--how could she possibly indulge in such strange notions immediately afterward? On the Heights A Novel Philip of Spain soon made her proposals of marriage; but she knew the aversion borne him by the nation too well to think of accepting him. Lives of Celebrated Women In half an hour Mr. Brace will be calling on me for an answer to his proposal of marriage.... Miss Million's Maid A Romance of Love and Fortune Few circumstances in my life have given me such unalloyed satisfaction as did my first proposal of marriage. Life on the Stage He was making her a serious proposal of marriage. By Right of Conquest A Novel The first kind word or the first winning smile brought forth a volley of tremendous compliments, close on the heels of which followed the heavy artillery of a proposal of marriage. The Garden of Eden In 1334 a third proposal of marriage was made between the Prince and Mary, daughter of Ferdinand, King of Spain. The Children of Westminster Abbey Studies in English History In fact, that happened which is supposed to mark an unforgettable epoch in a girl's life—her first proposal of marriage. Miss Million's Maid A Romance of Love and Fortune In a short time, he made proposals of marriage for her to her father, who willingly consented, feeling, if the truth must be told, very much flattered at the prospect of such a son-in-law. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, February, 1852 Mme. de Maintenon was then at the height of her power, and naturally her beautiful, clever, and witty niece was soon overwhelmed by proposals of marriage from the greatest nobles of France. Women of Modern France (Illustrated) Woman: In all ages and in all countries Vol. 7 (of 10) On the twelfth, the Flemish count was presented to the queen, and tendered her proposals of marriage in behalf of Prince Philip. History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2 "A proposal of marriage; an actual proposal," muttered Bramleigh, as he arose to move away. The Bramleighs of Bishop's Folly Why, she's had three proposals of marriage this past year alone, she says, and yet she's thirty-five, just the same age as I am—being twins, you know?—and nobody's proposed to me in ages. Category Phoenix It was six days later at the sports that I received a proposal of marriage from Prosper, an Indian who is a trainer of horses. Seeds of Pine Here was a proposal of marriage by word of mouth. The New Warden Herbert had never heard of Frederick Travers's attachment to his cousin, still less, suspected he had made a proposal of marriage to her. The O'Donoghue Tale Of Ireland Fifty Years Ago Moreover this answer is the best defense to the charge you have brought against him, viz., that of daring to make a proposal of marriage without his father's consent. Pretty Michal A wood near Calcot is where the party met to fight the duel in case Mr. Child rejected the proposals of marriage made to him by Miss Kendrick. Notes and Queries, Number 238, May 20, 1854 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc And what had been begun as a proposal of marriage seemed likely to degenerate into a fencing match. Brooke's Daughter A Novel It was not at all correct to make a proposal of marriage at the time of receiving an official notification. Jena or Sedan? For it seems this proposal of marriage was the start of all the trouble. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 17 (of 25) After a time, these hours were agreeably spent in the society of Sophie, to whom he eventually made a proposal of marriage. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 2, No. 12, May, 1851. Do you think poor Miss Mary Heath would refuse a proposal of marriage, even if she controlled every man's vote in the town? The Co-Citizens Without undue conceit Shelby was quite conscious of his great success, and as he walked home with Carlotta from the Crane house, he begged her to consent to his repeated proposals of marriage. The Come Back But, at any rate, you must see for yourself this proposal of marriage is—is 289 merely impossible, my dear fellow. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 20 (of 25) And yet, with a fatal perversity, she dallied with the proposal of marriage. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Volume 2 Callista was not yet a Christian, nor was there any reason for saying that a proposal of marriage would make her one; and a strange sort of convert she would be, if it did. Callista : a Tale of the Third Century Having met a young man who fully realises her ideal in the latter particular, she promptly assumes his possession of the former, and accepts his proposal of marriage. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98, May 3, 1890. He had become fascinated with her during their first interview, and had followed up the acquaintance with ardor, making her very soon a proposal of marriage. A Manifest Destiny The plain English is, that I can’t hear of any proposal of marriage from a man under a charge like that. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 20 (of 25) The man has never been in love with me; it was not love, but a desire to possess my fortune, which led to his proposal of marriage. Beyond the Frontier A Romance of Early Days in the Middle West "A proposal of marriage has been made to me for our daughter H�l�ne." Angelot A Story of the First Empire He was well into the midst of a most heartfelt and touching proposal of marriage before she realized what was coming. Cloudy Jewel But Agnes has been more and more wretched, and a recent proposal of marriage between herself and the stepmother’s nephew has made her life intolerable. An Orkney Maid By return mail came a proposal of marriage and—well—I accepted it. Mixed Faces Colonel McVeigh helped to keep those hours from dragging by following up his love-making with a proposal of marriage, which she neither accepted or declined, but which gave her additional food for thought. The Bondwoman Pardon me, Mr. Grierson, my daughter knows better than to accept a proposal of marriage from any man without my permission. People of Position In regard to the proposal of marriage that was made he had said that the gallant Prince of Wales could find blooming roses everywhere and did not need to search for an olive. A History of England Principally in the Seventeenth Century, Volume I (of 6) “Am I to consider this a proposal of marriage, Jonathan?” Hepsey Burke She resists his proposals of marriage and also the temptation to purloin his eldest daughter's fiancé, and then reverts to her original vocation, without finding on the stage either satisfaction or any remarkable success. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, November 4, 1914 She had received proposals of marriage, dignified, ceremonious affairs submitted to her by the dowager, but from this stranger came the first avowal of love she had ever listened to. The Bondwoman He wrote her affectionately, but he made no reference to his proposal of marriage until six months had passed. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 6 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History But the girl, as it happened, did not wish to receive a proposal of marriage from this young man, so she took care not to walk in the woods and gather Waldmeister with him. Home Life in Germany Two proposals of marriage were made that evening in Brineweald Park. Too Old for Dolls A Novel She really was crazy to know the answer to the riddle, but a rattlesnake will interrupt anything from a proposal of marriage to a murder. The Ranch at the Wolverine She was responsive and keenly interested up to the point where admirers declared themselves, and proposals of marriage followed; after that, every man was just like every other one! The Bondwoman Vivian had gone so far as to consult his father about a proposal of marriage to 52 the rich colonel’s daughter. The Scarlet Feather In other days a proposal of marriage was a ceremonial in Germany. Home Life in Germany If she made his approaches difficult, there was the more reason for believing that his proposal of marriage would not fall upon ungrateful ears. Otherwise Phyllis The story goes that the girl shrank back startled at Mendelssohn's proposal of marriage. Jewish Literature and Other Essays So after much misery and despair, I accepted a proposal of marriage from a friend of my wild days and fled with him to St. Louis. An Anarchist Woman "He has made you a proposal of marriage?" The Vicar of Bullhampton You have known me less than a fortnight—Mr. Farrington, less than a week—yet you have made what I can only conceive to be impertinent proposals of marriage to me. The Secret House He had shown the nicest tact and discretion in his proposal of marriage, hinting at his own difficulties without attempting to play upon her sympathies. Otherwise Phyllis Notwithstanding his proposal of marriage had been so decidedly rejected the day before, his appetite was not only as good as usual, but considerably better. Rufus and Rose Or, The Fortunes of Rough and Ready Doctor Wicker had just made a proposal of marriage to Mrs. Himes, and at that moment they were both sitting in silence. A Chosen Few Short Stories It was unmistakably a proposal of marriage and was, moreover, a very charming epistle of its kind, albeit a little stiff and old-fashioned. Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1904 She refuses a proposal of marriage from prince Yamadori, who has loved her for years, and now tries again to win the forsaken wife. The Standard Operaglass Detailed Plots of One Hundred and Fifty-one Celebrated Operas She, who forces her mind wholly off this subject, will be ill qualified, when the occasion demands it, to listen to proposals of marriage. The Young Maiden "Facing the unknown perils of the forest, rather than manfully meeting a proposal of marriage." The Wit and Humor of America, Volume X (of X) Therefore, hitherto, he had never again referred to that proposal of marriage. Cousin Henry Two months after this,—and during those two months he had necessarily seen her frequently,—Mr Handcock wrote to her from his office in Somerset House, renewing his old proposals of marriage. Miss Mackenzie A man ought to know whether he has or has not committed himself to a proposal of marriage. Lalage's Lovers She did not know very much about proposals of marriage, but she fancied that Sir Philip's manner of making one was peculiar. A True Friend A Novel "Are you making a proposal of marriage?" she asked. Men of Affairs “In other words, he considers that a proposal of marriage is an equivalent for any financial objection I may suggest.” The Flaw in the Sapphire On the dissolution of the Parliament of 1614 he addressed a proposal of marriage to the Spanish court. History of the English People, Volume V Puritan England, 1603-1660 To be prepared to listen to a lecture on one’s faults and failings, and to hear in its place a proposal of marriage—could anything be more paralysing? The Lady of the Basement Flat To make a proposal of marriage is a matter that may give the strongest-minded pause, and Westray’s mind was not of the strongest. The Nebuly Coat "But," said she, "there must be no proposals of marriage until you have both reached the head of your profession." The Shellback's Progress In the Nineteenth Century How does this daughter of ours come to know all these things about lovers, and the weather-signs which indicate proposals of marriage, and all that? John Gayther's Garden and the Stories Told Therein No woman should permit a friendship to culminate in a proposal of marriage unless she is free to entertain such a proposal and has not decided in her own mind upon a negative answer. The Etiquette of To-day There’s a collection there of the portraits of all the princesses in the world; look at them and choose for yourself; whichever pleases you, to her send a proposal of marriage.” Russian Fairy Tales A Choice Collection of Muscovite Folk-lore When the Emperor Wladimir made proposals of marriage to the daughter of Raguald, she refused him, saying, "That she would not take off her shoe to the son of a slave." Notes and Queries, Number 182, April 23, 1853 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. The men admired his dress, and were charmed with his beauty, and almost with one voice they all made proposals of marriage. The Indian Fairy Book From the Original Legends Oh, but this was far stronger—it was different, I can tell you, from any mere proposal of marriage. The Lady of the Ice A Novel “What! make a proposal of marriage by telegraph?” The Battery and the Boiler Adventures in Laying of Submarine Electric Cables Moonlight received this very decided and unusually civil proposal of marriage with becoming hauteur, for she was still ruffled by the undignified manner in which she had been carried off. The Prairie Chief There is no woman living who is not somewhat shaken by a proposal of marriage. Flint His Faults, His Friendships and His Fortunes Therefore, he did not feel much put out at the mere idea of intervening in another man's love affairs, or even the idea of carrying a proposal of marriage from another man. The Dictator Francis Duke of Anjou, being desirous of marrying a crowned head, caused proposals of marriage to be made to Elizabeth, queen of England. Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 1 What woman does not feel flattered by receiving a proposal of marriage from a fine-looking, free-spoken young man. Will Weatherhelm The Yarn of an Old Sailor He was next employed by Maximilian king of the Romans to carry to France the portrait of one of his daughters, to whom proposals of marriage had been made on the part of Charles IX. Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth She consenting to his proposal of marriage, he had spoken to her father. The Settlers A Tale of Virginia Among various proposals of marriage had been one from so solid and eligible a parti, that even the doting father had laid aside his grudge, and turned into special pleader. Big Game A Story for Girls The matter-of-fact manner in which Arthur had followed up the mutual declaration of love by a proposal of marriage had filled her with consternation. More About Peggy Wishing to know his fate, he telegraphed a proposal of marriage to the girl of his choice. Jokes For All Occasions Selected and Edited by One of America's Foremost Public Speakers I saw, now that your sister was married, that the days of your old irresponsible flirtations were over, and that you would henceforth regard proposals of marriage as much more serious things than hitherto. The Right Stuff Some Episodes in the Career of a North Briton "Suppose that a man … loved a woman, and that he was honourable, brave, gentle, true, in fact … a gentleman, and made her a proposal of marriage." Kate Carnegie and Those Ministers That his first genuine attempt at a proposal of marriage should be thus cavalierly nipped in the bud was disconcerting, to say the least of it. The Great Amulet In her youth she had been a noted beauty, and in her old age was not too unworldly to remember that she had received twenty-five proposals of marriage. Victorian Worthies Sixteen Biographies Similarly, too, there is only wholesome amusement in the woman's response to a vegetarian, who made her a proposal of marriage. Jokes For All Occasions Selected and Edited by One of America's Foremost Public Speakers After a little conversation with them, he commanded courage sufficient to make proposals of marriage to one of them. Welsh Folk-Lore a Collection of the Folk-Tales and Legends of North Wales "On the other hand, I've always heard that women look upon a written proposal of marriage as rather tame." The Blue Pavilions I furthermore renewed my proposals of marriage to Mrs. Bundle,—the wedding to take place "when I should be old enough." A Flat Iron for a Farthing or Some Passages in the Life of an only Son Cynics tell us that one-half of the proposals of marriage made by men are the direct result of pique. The Mayor of Troy She had had a lover for at least two years, and a proposal of marriage before Colonel French's shadow had fallen athwart her life. The Colonel's Dream Or was it the five proposals of marriage flung at her head by those mad young men who were now—thank goodness!—being left behind us, to "dree their own wierds?" The Heather-Moon At last a certain youth, by name Hans, came from a distance to make a proposal of marriage but he required one condition, that the Clever Alice should be very prudent. The Fairy Book The Best Popular Stories Selected and Rendered Anew The earl of Suffolk, therefore, in concert with his associates of the English council, made proposals of marriage to Margaret, which were accepted. The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part B. From Henry III. to Richard III. At eighteen she could truthfully boast of a hundred proposals of marriage, and some of them had been worth an ambitious girl's consideration. The She Boss A Western Story Well," resumed Gwladys, "I have had three proposals of marriage, and on each occasion my aunt pressed me to accept the offer. By Berwen Banks Something that he had said a week before on the occasion of his extraordinary proposal of marriage recurred to her at this point with curious force. The Swindler and Other Stories This was intended to be the prelude to a formal proposal of marriage. Enter Bridget He therefore accepted for her, and persuaded her to accede to, a proposal of marriage, from a wealthy Greek merchant settled at Constantinople. The Last Man She was thinking of the previous night, and of the banker's unexpected proposal of marriage when she had accepted his invitation for supper after the dance. The She Boss A Western Story So much was this the case that Fiona Macleod actually received at least one proposal of marriage. Among Famous Books "In a postscript; you cannot answer a proposal of marriage in a postscript." The Good Comrade I was getting terrified lest it might be another proposal of marriage from some unexpected quarter; for, I reflected, when misfortunes begin to come they generally travel in crowds; but this was not a love-letter. Medoline Selwyn's Work He was a man in poor circumstances, and had no other motive in his proposal of marriage, so my wife thought, than to better himself. The Haunters & The Haunted Ghost Stories And Tales Of The Supernatural Rules in regard to proposals of marriage cannot be laid down, for they are and should be as different as people. Our Deportment Or the Manners, Conduct and Dress of the Most Refined Society You see, there are reasons which I cannot explain to you, but which are very serious, why any proposal of marriage between Mr. Brand and Natalie is not to be entertained for a moment. Sunrise Mr. Fogo, indeed, was sitting up in bed, and rattling off proposals of marriage at the rate of some six a minute, without break or pause. The Astonishing History of Troy Town At last his cold, formal proposal of marriage is made. The Ethics of George Eliot's Works He stayed at my house two weeks," continued the widow, "paid nothing for board and residence, but made me an honourable proposal of marriage, and then ran off. The Missing Link A few days after, however, the Queen was constrained to allow her fair attendant to attend the King, and receive from him formal proposals of marriage, which she accepted. A Journey through the Kingdom of Oude, Volumes I & II Matthew's proposals of marriage are so regular and so alike that I have to avoid monotony in the wit of my answers. The Golden Bird Beneath the pillow on which Lucille died, were found two unanswered letters, proposals of marriage, one from Leo and one from Captain Hall. The Harris-Ingram Experiment The correct and only answer is that 11,616 ladies made proposals of marriage. Amusements in Mathematics Parvati departs to inform her father of what has happened, Shiva summons the seven sages, who are to make the formal proposal of marriage to the bride's parents. Translations of Shakuntala and Other Works After a visit in the north of England with her father and sisters, Elizabeth received proposals of marriage from Mr. Joseph Fry of London. Elizabeth Fry There is no subject in the whole range of human affairs so interesting to a working majority of the race as the theory and practice of proposals of marriage. Lost Leaders She was startled and pleased in one direction, and, in another, perhaps a trifle vexed; for what business had any man coming bothering her with a proposal of marriage before breakfast? Prince Fortunatus Last leap-year ladies lost no time in exercising the privilege of making proposals of marriage. Amusements in Mathematics He finally ended his conversation with a direct proposal of marriage. The Master Mystery He did not know how to talk with him—what to reply to his rude consent to the proposal of marriage. For Woman's Love He made a brief proposal of marriage to Ahningnetty, a fat maiden, and was met with laughter. The Eternal Maiden Between them it was arranged that he and his father should make a formal proposal of marriage to her parents, as the best means of bringing the matter to a speedy issue. The Emigrants Of Ahadarra The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two "My dear Alice," said her father, "the fact is this—you have achieved a conquest, and there has been a proposal of marriage made for you." The Evil Eye; Or, The Black Spector The Works of William Carleton, Volume One His proposal of marriage, practically the first word he has ever said to her outside their business relations, seems to her too good to be true. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, June 13, 1917 Wishing to know his fate, he telegraphed a proposal of marriage to the lady of his choice. Best Short Stories I look solemn because I'm just considering a proposal of marriage—or rather, the fewest words in which I can refuse it. Mrs. Warren's Daughter A Story of the Woman's Movement She then proceeded to make a proposal of marriage, not only on behalf of herself, but of her three daughters as well. Myths and Legends of China "I pity the man who tries it on." vii Emmy was not deliberately trying to secure from Alf a proposal of marriage. Nocturne And I have made a vow never to hearken to any proposals of marriage, unless the ambassador who makes them shall also bring my ring. Fairy Tales Every Child Should Know He knew very well—he must know I dislike him; and he presumed to make a proposal of marriage to me.' Uncle Silas A Tale of Bartram-Haugh And if a good man comes along with an honourable proposal of marriage, tell him in an honourable way why you can't marry him. Jaffery There is an art, Captain Hocken, even in composing and inditing a proposal of marriage. Hocken and Hunken "Do you happen to remember the exact phrasing of my—proposal of marriage to you?" he asked shrewdly. The White Linen Nurse Do you know, I never knew that proposals of marriage were made like that!” The Lion's Share I really think he watched us occasionally to render these services, for in this distant way we encountered him decidedly oftener than we used to do before his flattering proposal of marriage. Uncle Silas A Tale of Bartram-Haugh Idyllic valley of Vait-hua; the beauty of Vanquished Often; bathing on the beach; an unexpected proposal of marriage. White Shadows in the South Seas "It's—well, it's a proposal of marriage," said Cai desperately; and in despite of himself he started as he uttered the word. Hocken and Hunken "I have a right to withdraw the proposal of marriage I so foolishly made," he retorted. The Touchstone of Fortune Shortly after this the Cid's pride was further salved by proposals of marriage from the princes of Aragon and Navarre, and thus his descendants in due time sat upon the thrones of these realms. The Book of the Epic He made you a formal proposal of marriage!' Uncle Silas A Tale of Bartram-Haugh If I am to regard this as a proposal of marriage, I must decline it with thanks. Saracinesca "But look here—it's a proposal of marriage, I tell you!" Hocken and Hunken That she could stir romantic sentiment too was attested by the fact that she received and rejected three proposals of marriage from as many suitors, before her acceptance of Mr. Nicholls. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 6 Except when the commercial element predominates in marriage, a similar method is frequently adopted by men also in making proposals of marriage. Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 6 Sex in Relation to Society The eldest daughter was an heiress of large expectations, and my proposals of marriage were favourably received. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 13, No. 361, Supplementary Issue (1829) "And—forgive me, your highness, for asking one question—has he offered you his hand; has he made you a formal proposal of marriage?" The Youth of the Great Elector Always, Rose-Marie had imagined that a proposal of marriage would be the greatest compliment that a man could pay a girl. The Island of Faith Her thoughts reverted to his proposal of marriage and her acceptance. Evelyn Innes His satisfaction, indeed, blinded him to the fact that his speech might be construed as uncommonly near to a proposal of marriage. The Philanderers This circumstance was no other than a proposal of marriage to Alicia from a gentleman of large fortune and brilliant connexions who resided in their neighbourhood. Marriage Further, she was receiving over sixty proposals of marriage a day. The Regent One had been handed a bouquet in the dock; another had been overwhelmed by proposals of marriage. The Shadow of the Rope But she resented his patronage, and though she coquetted, as usual, with the proposal of marriage, she took care not to pledge herself or submit England to foreign dictation. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 10 — Lives and Letters Every proposal of marriage is known at least to three people. The Mettle of the Pasture A Scotsman wishing to know his fate at once, telegraphed a proposal of marriage to the lady of his choice. Toaster's Handbook Jokes, Stories, and Quotations A lady, for instance, cannot with propriety accept presents from a gentleman previously to his having made proposals of marriage. Routledge's Manual of Etiquette "Yes," she said, "I think there is absolutely no excuse for a proposal of marriage, if it is not founded upon love and nothing else!" The Shadow of the Rope The chief of Eimeo, twenty years old, of a mild disposition, became attached to a Huahine girl and tendered proposals of marriage. Primitive Love and Love-Stories I understand, Mr. Cossey, that you have come to hear my daughter's final decision on the matter of the proposal of marriage which you have made and renewed to her. Colonel Quaritch, V.C. A Tale of Country Life The real fact was, the quiet and timid Hannah Attmore was not dreaming of such a thing as a proposal of marriage. Isaac T. Hopper By accepting his proposal of marriage, I had given him the right of expressing his objection to any of my actions of which he disapproved. My Brilliant Career That proposal of marriage; could she ever forget it? Vain Fortune The Arabs declared me to be a shaykh of shaykhs, and translated to the prettiest of the party an impromptu proposal of marriage. Primitive Love and Love-Stories The young lady who, on receiving a proposal of marriage over the telephone last week, replied, "Yes, who's speaking?" turns out to be an ex-typist recently demobilised from the Air Ministry. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, March 26, 1919 His proposal of marriage being accepted by the lady, the commissary took his seat behind the proprieties with great decorum, and Mrs General drove until the commissary died. Little Dorrit For a young woman to dream of ledgers, denotes she will have a solid business man to make her a proposal of marriage. Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted, or what's in a dream: a scientific and practical exposition It means that at no matter what age a woman consents to a proposal of marriage, she should do so in ignorance of the relation she is undertaking. Treatise on Parents and Children This so far surprised him, as to induce him gently to repeat, 'a proposal of marriage, my dear.' Hard Times Sweethearts can exchange their sweet nothings, and even proposals of marriage have been made and accepted through the telephone. America, through the spectacles of an Oriental diplomat I have not forgotten," she said, "that you asked my father's permission before you honoured me with a proposal of marriage. The Woman in White An avowal of love is usually a means to a baby; still it were a work of supererogation to put diapers on a proposal of marriage. Brann the Iconoclast — Volume 01 She kept thinking she was thinking about Mr. Manning's proposal of marriage and finding she was thinking of the dance. Ann Veronica, a modern love story Mr. Bounderby has made his proposal of marriage to me, and has entreated me to make it known to you, and to express his hope that you will take it into your favourable consideration.' Hard Times At last a certain youth, by name Hans, came from a distance to make a proposal of marriage; but he required one condition, that the clever Alice should be very prudent. The Little Lame Prince The awful thought had come upon her that this ambassadress had come to her as a proxy with a proposal of marriage. Beyond the City For it seems this proposal of marriage was the start of all the trouble. Island Nights' Entertainments Yes, quite a proposal of marriage; and a very good letter, at least she thought so. Emma I don't know why I made a proposal of marriage to Miss Verinder. The Moonstone So then, it had actually happened to her, a proposal of marriage. The Voyage Out As she had two protectors against a fifth proposal of marriage, she stood her ground. Viviette During one of those visits a captain in the British navy, a friend of my father's, became so partial to my person and manners that a proposal of marriage shortly after followed. Beaux and Belles of England Mrs. Mary Robinson, Written by Herself, With the lives of the Duchesses of Gordon and Devonshire Had Kathleen spoken to them of his proposal of marriage that morning and her refusal? I Spy Finally she described how Inez came to her with proposals of marriage, and how she bargained that if she consented, her cousin, the Se�or Castell, and the Se�or Brome should go free. Fair Margaret She was thirty years of age, and owing to the number of her sisters and the seclusion of life in a country parsonage had as yet had no proposal of marriage. The Voyage Out "She is being prepared, as nearly as I can gather, to receive a proposal of marriage." Quaint Courtships He was so happy with Laura; so happy in those pleasant meetings under the Maudesley elms, that no thought of anything so commonplace as a stereotyped proposal of marriage had a place in his mind. Henry Dunbar A Novel "Judging from his manner before he left town, and from the tone of his letter, I should think very little encouragement from her would ensure a proposal of marriage from him." Run to Earth A Novel The thought flashed across my mind that this extraordinary man meditated a proposal of marriage, but I dismissed the notion as ridiculous. The Bacillus of Beauty A Romance of To-day It was no longer merely a proposal of marriage, but of marriage with Arthur, with whom she was in love. The Voyage Out No Jewish girl ever left her faith, unless there was a proposal of marriage accompanied by much coaxing. In Those Days The Story of an Old Man How would she receive the devoted friend, whose proposal of marriage she had refused for the second time, when they had last met in London? Blind Love Miss Lawrence was twenty-six—one year older than her fiancé; and she had never received a proposal of marriage or listened to a word of love in her life before. An Ambitious Man She's evidently in no mood for proposals of marriage at this early hour, for her technique is impartially severe to everybody, though her blue eyes are unfailingly laughing. The Glory of the Trenches He even proceeded so far as to make proposals of marriage to another woman. A History of English Literature "After I have made her love me, I shall tell her of this man's proposal of marriage," he said to his aggrieved conscience. A Heart-Song of To-day It was her first proposal of marriage, and she lost her head. We Can't Have Everything Let me transpose that phrase—she had never before received a proposal of marriage, and had never in her life listened to a word of love; for Preston had not spoken of love. An Ambitious Man Her young friend did not deny that the coming of Count Styvens had the appearance to all of an approaching proposal of marriage. The Idol of Paris If it had not been for you I should now be in New York, with no thought of present proposals of marriage. The Late Mrs. Null "Louisa, my dear, you are the subject of a proposal of marriage that has been made to me." The World's Greatest Books — Volume 03 — Fiction He had made a proposal of marriage some time before; it was the only sort of proposal that he had been tempted to make to Kedzie. We Can't Have Everything James, from Clarendon's advice to Lady Morton to reject Berkeley's proposal of marriage.—James, i. The History of England from the First Invasion by the Romans to the Accession of King George the Fifth Volume 8 One made honourable proposals of marriage to me, quite recently, in return for my catching the runaway hat of her young charge…. Snake and Sword A Novel "You consider total abstinence a handicap to a gentleman who wishes to make a proposal of marriage, sir?" Right Ho, Jeeves And the Ladies' Aid got so busy over Azbe Lewis, the town drunkard, that he had three proposals of marriage, but he decided to take the lesser of the evils and stick to drink. The Sorrows of a Show Girl Why should he, whether they are sons or daughters, lay them under the necessity of complying with proposals of marriage, either inferior as to fortune, or unequal as to age? Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 4 He was a gallant old sailor, and very polite to both his cousins; and one day Isabella interpreted his compliments into a proposal of marriage. Peter's Mother "Yes," the widow smiled, recalling their conversation relative to Parker's abrupt proposal of marriage. The Ramblin' Kid Elkin—I must drag him in again for an instant—pretends that the commotion aroused in the village by this murder would incline you favorably to a proposal of marriage. The Postmaster's Daughter At various times during her career she has received and successfully done battle with 14,624 proposals of marriage, 14,600 of which were made to her in the city of Chicago!!! Punchinello, Volume 2, No. 28, October 8, 1870 The contents of this paper acquaint Miss Harlowe, that her uncle Antony has been making proposals of marriage to her mother. Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 4 This he proposed to obviate by proposals of marriage to some member of the royal family, in whose favor these claims, with the consent of King Louis, might be resigned. The History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic — Volume 3 Sailor, A Flying Swallow, A Trident, A Ring.—Happy news of good promotion for a sailor and a proposal of marriage. Telling Fortunes By Tea Leaves The Arabs declared me to be a Shaykh of Shaykhs, and translated to the prettiest of the party an impromptu proposal of marriage. First Footsteps in East Africa But this morning, after breaking fast, he was taken into council, and the proposal of marriage being submitted to him, he asked first: "What are thy inclinations, daughter?" The Prince of India — Volume 02 Indeed, it was a strong point in the decision subsequently of general acceptance, by which His Majesty was relieved of the proposal of marriage to the Princess. The Prince of India — Volume 01 Charles mystifies Europe - Montesquieu knows his secret - Sources of information - The Stuart manuscripts - Charles’s letters from Avignon - A proposal of marriage - Kennedy and the hidden treasure - Where to look for Charles - Cherchez la femme! Pickle the Spy; Or, the Incognito of Prince Charles At any rate, the fact remains that, as that fateful vegetable changed hands across the fence, something resembling a proposal of marriage did actually proceed from him. The Man Upstairs and Other Stories The hero makes a mock proposal of marriage to Lady Bellaston. Fielding Charles thought this a very important consideration, and, on the whole, decided that the affair should go on; and commissioners were sent to make a formal proposal of marriage at the Portuguese court. History of King Charles the Second of England She then delivered her cousin the letter with the proposals of marriage, which, if the reader hath a desire to see, he will find already on record in the XVth book of this history. History of Tom Jones, a Foundling But to come out point-blank with a proposal of marriage,—to make no love but with a marriage-contract, and begin a novel at the wrong end! The Pretentious Young Ladies One very attractive young lady received a proposal of marriage while doing her best to manage the rebellious mule on which she was riding. History of the Donner Party, a Tragedy of the Sierra Please do not conclude that I am urging or even advising you to look with favour upon Leslie Wrandall's honourable, sincere proposal of marriage. The Hollow of Her Hand "Keith, I did NOT—er—it was not a proposal of marriage." Dawn My aunt hath just now shown me a letter from you to Lady Bellaston, which contains a proposal of marriage. History of Tom Jones, a Foundling Dulac had been interrupted in what Ruth knew would have been a proposal of marriage; the scene would be resumed, and when it was what answer should she give? Youth Challenges He has softened Mrs. Banger by a proposal of marriage in which he appears to be perfectly in earnest. Press Cuttings "And what said your female upon your proposal of marriage?" The Ne'er-Do-Well "And so I owe it all—even my—er—proposal of marriage, to Susan," he bantered mischievously. Dawn WILSON: I must force a proposal of marriage out of Mr. Maynard today yet. Writing for Vaudeville Somehow the thing did not seem so much like a proposal of marriage as like a bit of flamboyant oratory. Youth Challenges The time, manner, and details of proposals of marriage are appropriately left to the good taste and judgment of the groom. The Book of Good Manners; a Guide to Polite Usage for All Social Functions One result is that Sydney has actually made a proposal of marriage,—he of all people! The Beetle Her aunt should not see the letter, but should be made acquainted with its purport in reference to Brooke's proposal of marriage. He Knew He Was Right "Are you offering a proposal of marriage, Mr. Sherwen?" twinkled the girl. The Unspeakable Perk An invalid wife in Leavenworth heard her husband make proposals of marriage to the nurse. The Fiend's Delight But proposals of marriage don't always mean love. God's Good Man She was still a little agitated by the fact of receiving a proposal of marriage on the avenue. In His Steps But on this heavy subject of Mr. Gibson and his proposal of marriage not a word had been said. He Knew He Was Right But he managed to assure himself he must in duty consult with the senior and chief member of his family on a subject of such importance as the proposal of marriage to his lordship's niece. The Amazing Marriage — Complete But he managed to assure himself he must in duty consult with the senior and chief member of .his family on a subject of such importance as the proposal of marriage to his lordship's niece. The Amazing Marriage — Volume 2 "A large blond gentleman with handsome blue eyes and a million dollars in his pocket is about to offer you a proposal of marriage." Five Thousand an Hour : how Johnny Gamble won the heiress As Mavis recalled Windebank's generosity with regard to her illness, it seemed to her that this proposal of marriage was all of a piece with his other behaviour since her baby had died. Sparrows: the story of an unprotected girl Yes, it was a proposal of marriage—marriage on the new plan, without cares or encumbrance; a suggestion rather than a petition; off-hand, unsentimental, yet perfectly serious, as look and tone proclaimed. The Whirlpool So, on the following day, he appeared in the store and made her a serious proposal of marriage over a box of hem-stitched, grass-bleached Irish linens. The Trimmed Lamp, and other Stories of the Four Million His words led her to expect a declaration and a proposal of marriage. A Woman-Hater Did you make serious proposals of marriage to me? Andreas Hofer Jane had not come through a dozen seasons without receiving nearly a dozen proposals of marriage. The Rosary ‘Yes; or rather I sometimes think he may have: that is, if a proposal of marriage is only removed from being a proposal of a very different kind by an accident.’ The Hand of Ethelberta Herr Ebenstreit is coming this afternoon to make you a proposal of marriage with our consent, and you must, accept him. Old Fritz and the New Era Billy did not know whether to be more amazed or amused at Bertram's proposal of marriage. Miss Billy When last we saw Sir Louis, now nearly twelve months since, he was intent on making a proposal of marriage to Miss Thorne. Doctor Thorne But Isaiah rejected the proposal of marriage, because he knew that the decree of God ordaining the king's death was unalterable. The Legends of the Jews — Volume 4 ‘A proposal of marriage can never be an insult,’ her mother returned. The Hand of Ethelberta His proposal of marriage seemed to have put him into excellent humor, and he raised his glass with a chuckle. The Green Mummy "I refused a proposal of marriage last week; what they call—no doubt—a dazzling one." The Portrait of a Lady — Volume 1 But her mind was especially worked upon almost to madness by the ardent professions of love, with the careful avoidance of any proposal of marriage, on the part of the Intendant. The Golden Dog Harold went on calmly and remorselessly: ‘Did a proposal of marriage pass between you?’ The Man When things were in this state, I sent Sripati to you with the proposal of marriage; you consented without a moment's hesitation. The Hungry Stones and Other Stories Lincoln's letter of proposal of marriage, sent by him to Miss Owens, while singular, unique, and decidedly unconventional, was certainly not very ardent. Lincoln's Yarns and Stories: a complete collection of the funny and witty anecdotes that made Lincoln famous as America's greatest story teller He thought this was the way to approach her, to lead her to listen to his proposal of marriage! T. Tembarom It was not excruciating torture, that dinner in the Howe dining-room, even to a young lady who had just listened to a proposal of marriage and desired to think of nothing less important. Mary-'Gusta Harold went on in the same calm, cold voice: ‘Who made the proposal of marriage?’ The Man When I made clear my proposal of marriage, the old man embraced me, and broke out in a tumult of joy: "I am a poor man, and could never have expected such great good fortune." The Hungry Stones and Other Stories She was the one Indian woman to whom white men honourably made proposals of marriage. Lost Face Then, before she could reply, he added, "If you were the wife of Hugh Mainwaring, what was the meaning of your proposal of marriage to him less than three months ago?" That Mainwaring Affair The only item of importance she had omitted to tell was that of the proposal of marriage. Mary-'Gusta If he was not frank with her, what then meant his early coming; his seeking her in the grove; his proposal of marriage, which seemed so sudden and so inopportune? The Man All applications for church membership and all proposals of marriage were submitted to the Local Elders' Conference; and in each case the Conference arrived at its decision by consulting the Lot. A History of the Moravian Church She had laughed many times over Abishai's proposal of marriage, but she had never quite forgiven him for making her ridiculous on that occasion. Keziah Coffin When he made his proposal of marriage, Mrs. Duncan received it with an excess of agitation which astonished and almost alarmed the inexperienced clergyman. The Queen of Hearts He repeated his proposal of marriage, with excellent effect this time. Armadale His proposal of marriage had not been accepted, had not even been considered by the woman who had so lately broken ironclad convention to propose marriage to him. The Man So that—her first proposal of marriage—was quietly declined and put on one side. Life of Charlotte Brontë — Volume 1 "My dear la Peyrade," he said, "you did not tell us that another proposal of marriage had been seriously considered by you." The Lesser Bourgeoisie He could not recall the favorable report which he had addressed to the Duke—or withdraw the proposal of marriage which he had been commanded to make. Little Novels I have actually had a proposal of marriage, from a young gentleman who sits opposite me at the table d'hote! I Say No It had been, she believed, an absurd conventional rule that such a thing as a proposal of marriage should be entirely the prerogative of man. The Man Isabel's only reply to this extraordinary proposal of marriage was a faint cry of astonishment, followed by a sudden trembling that shook her from head to foot. My Lady's Money That the proposal of marriage was made to you by my cousin we cannot deny. Options Natalie was now in her nineteenth year, but no proposal of marriage had as yet reached her mother's ear. The Marriage Contract One of the seven maidens whom Moses saw at the well attracted his notice in particular on account of her modest demeanor, and he made her a proposal of marriage. The Legends of the Jews — Volume 2 And you construe it into a proposal of marriage. The Man When proposals of marriage, with all their brutal,—or, if you please, too civilized—discussions, are carried on by third parties, it is an injury to all. Modeste Mignon And, fancy now, she has already had six proposals of marriage. In a German Pension She was floating undecidedly along, when Minard appeared upon the scene with a definite proposal of marriage. Bureaucracy These preliminaries to a proposal of marriage being disposed of, he rapped at the door. The Street of Seven Stars He could not doubt the essential truth of Leonard’s statement regarding the proposal of marriage. The Man When I sit down to talk over the freight on copra, I don’t care to have proposals of marriage sandwiched in. Adventure |
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