Monthly Archives: March 2008

he soon had them as eager as he was, and the afternoon when they kept the ‘varsity from scoring during two twelve-minute periods was a red-letter day, and supper that evening was almost like a banquet “Boots” worked them hard, … Continue reading →

“See what, sir?” asked Clint.

Clint trotted past him, “Hi! What’s the name?”

“More likely eight,” replied Amy. “Well, it can’t be helped. We might as well make the best of it. What are you going to do?”

“Amy, you’re a crazy nut,” laughed Innes.

“And Beaufort,” added Penny.

Clint was too angry now to remain longer diplomatic. “You’re a fine one, Dreer,” he declared hotly. “Why don’t you fight your own battles and not bring a hired bully to do it for you?”

“What are you butting in for?” demanded Dreer angrily. “I’ll cuff the kid if I want to. You get out of here, Penny.”

“Gangway!” shouted Amy. “Hold tight, Clint! Here we go, fellows! Gangway!”

“I didn’t hear his first name,” replied Clint, nodding.