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This poem and illustration follow "Law Lane" in its original Scribner's publication.
Tales of New England
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Return to Law LaneThese illustrations appeared with the first publication of "Law Lane" in Scribner's, December 1886. They are by William Ladd Taylor (1854-1926). Taylor was a popular illustrator for The Ladies' Home Journal and other magazines. Some of his best work is collected in Our Home and Country (1908). Illustrations for "Law Lane"
The opening: Mrs. Powder at her ironing Mrs. Powder and Lyddy set out for blueberries "So Ruth and Ezra parted" Law Lane Ezra Leaves Home Ezra meets Joel with his rabbit trap Mrs. Powder arrives at the Barnet's The lovers take a Christmas walk
This poem and illustration follow "Law Lane" in its original Scribner's publication.