• CHAPTER X — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter X of "The Circus Boys On the Mississippi" opens with the Sparling circus fleet preparing to journey down the Mississippi River to the Gulf. As dawn breaks, the boats, including the "Little Nemo," are ready to depart. Crew members and performers are called to finalize their boarding, and with the pilots' commands, the fleet casts off, initiating their adventure. Teddy, one of the Circus Boys, is exhilarated, though his companion, Phil, suggests they catch up on sleep to rejuvenate themselves for the…
    • CHAPTER XI — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter XI, titled "Egg, Egg, Who's Got the Egg?" of "The Circus Boys On the Mississippi," Teddy Tucker's dismay over his missing ostrich egg ignites a peculiar investigation on the "Fat Marie." Teddy's scramble begins after recognizing the egg's disappearance from his locked trunk. Phil Forrest, his companion, remains skeptical of the egg’s mysterious absence, prompting them to search Teddy's cabin for clues. Despite everything being in place except for the egg, it is clear they face a premeditated…
    • CHAPTER XVI — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter XVI of "The Circus Boys On the Mississippi," titled "Betrayed by a Sneeze," chaos unravels when a donkey named January finds its way into the pilot house, causing havoc. This incident turns into a moment of jest among the circus crew, with Mr. Sparling and Teddy sharing a light-hearted exchange over the donkey's adventurous ascent. Following this event, Phil Forrest, motivated both by a request from Mr. Sparling and personal stakes due to previous dangers faced by himself and Little Dimples,…
    • CHAPTER XVII — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay During a tense encounter in the field adjacent to the circus lot, Phil Forrest, the focal character and a dedicated Circus Boy, narrowly escapes a dangerous confrontation with two mysterious adversaries. The stealthy evasion sees Phil ingeniously outpacing his pursuers, leveraging his athletic prowess to secure a momentary advantage, only to decide to confront one suspect, Diaz, aboard their floating circus home. Despite Phil's suspicion and his determined return to the boat, his interaction with Diaz…
    • CHAPTER XVIII — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter XVIII of "The Circus Boys On the Mississippi," a dynamic chase unfolds that leads to an unexpected discovery. Phil and Mr. Sparling sprint through the corridors of the boat with Phil heading towards the stern and Sparling advancing forward. The pursuit comes to a thrilling climax when Phil apprehends the figure they have been chasing, only to realize it's Teddy Tucker, their friend, provoking a mix of confusion and relief. The initial belief that they've cornered a suspect dissolves into…
    • CHAPTER XIX — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter XIX of "The Circus Boys On the Mississippi," titled "Teddy Joins The Band," Phil Forrest proposes a captivating idea to enhance their upcoming approach to Des Moines. He suggests that the band be divided into two parts to play on deck as they near their next location, an idea that Mr. Sparling, the circus owner, eagerly approves. Phil's suggestion aims for a triumphal entry, compensating musicians for their extra time to encourage participation. The execution occurs early the next morning…
    • CHAPTER XX — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay Teddy Tucker's quest for revenge against the circus band, particularly the bass drummer, leads him to disrupt their performance by sucking on lemons, much to the musicians' dismay. His antics cause disarray among the performers, but despite a stern warning from the showman, Mr. Sparling, Teddy remains undeterred. The Circus Boys' adventures continue as the show moves along the Mississippi. They encounter a hiccup when a baboon, Bruiser, escapes during a routine cage cleaning. Bruiser's escape causes chaos,…
    • CHAPTER XXI — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter XXI of "The Circus Boys on the Mississippi," a daring episode unfolds with Teddy Tucker's hazardous encounter with a baboon, resulting in a sprained wrist and Teddy being temporarily sidelined from circus performances. Despite his injury, Teddy's spirits remain high, as he spends his recovery plotting pranks and searching for his mysteriously vanished egg. A peculiar conversation between Teddy and Mr. Sparling, the circus owner, showcases Teddy's suspicion and Sparling's light-hearted response,…
    • CHAPTER XXII — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter XXII of "The Circus Boys On the Mississippi," Phil experiences a heart-dropping moment when he unexpectedly falls overboard into the dark waters of the Mississippi River. The event starts with Phil musing to himself on the deck of the "Marie," only to suddenly find himself plunging into the river below, the soft deck having seemingly vanished beneath him. Instinctively, he maneuvers his body mid-air to land more safely, but the black night offers no comfort, only the chilling embrace of the…
    • CHAPTER XXIII — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay The Circus Boys On the Mississippi, Chapter XXIII, "The Roman Chariot Races," recounts a day full of heroism, camaraderie, and unexpected surprises for the Circus Boy, Phil Forrest. After a daring self-rescue from the Mississippi River, Phil finds himself swathed in the captain's officer uniform and the center of attention among the passengers and crew of the riverboat. His morning begins with a communal cheer and a modest speech at breakfast, where he humbly deflects the notion of his actions being…
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