The Story of Tempe Wick

There are so many curious and unexpected things that may happen in time of war, especially to people who live in parts of a country where the enemy might come, or where the friendly army is already encamped, that it is impossible to guard against unpleasant occurrences. Sometimes the only thing that may be depended upon when an emergency arises is presence of mind and quickness of wit.

In these qualities, New Jersey girls have never shown themselves behind their sisters elsewhere. A very good proof of this is shown by an incident that took place near Morristown when the American army was quartered there.