Fenn Masterson's Discovery; or, The Darewell Chums on a Cruise

The Darewell Chums on a Cruise
ALLEN CHAPMAN
AUTHOR OF “BART STIRLING’S ROAD TO SUCCESS,” “WORKING HARD TO WIN,” “BOUND TO SUCCEED,” “THE YOUNG STOREKEEPER,” “NAT BORDEN’S FIND,” ETC.
Copyright, 1909, by Cupples & Leon Company

“Hello!” exclaimed Fenn Masterson, as he opened the front door of his home, in response to a ring, and admitted his chum, Bart Keene. “Glad to see you, Bart. Come on in.”
“What’s the matter with you?” demanded Bart, throwing a strap full of books into a corner of the hall, as if he cared very little for the volumes. “Why weren’t you at school to-day, Stumpy?”
“Oh, I was a little hoarse this morning—”
“What are you now; a mule?” inquired Bart.
“No—Oh, hang it, you know what I mean—”
“Sure!” interrupted Bart. “You slept in a stable last night, and, when you woke up you were a little horse. I know.”
“I had a little cold this morning,” went on Fenn. “Mother made me stay home. Thought I was going into consumption, I guess. I’m all right now.”