Life on a river steamboat is not so romantic as some young people may imagine. There is hard work, and plenty of it, and the remuneration is not of the best. But Randy Thompson wanted work and took what was offered. His success in the end was well deserved, and perhaps the lesson his doings teach will not be lost upon those who peruse these pages.
The Flag of Freedom Series
By CAPTAIN RALPH BONEHILL.
A favorite Line of American Stories for American Boys. Every volume complete in itself, and handsomely illustrated.
12mo. Bound in cloth. Stamped in Colors.
Price, 60 Cents per Volume. Postpaid.
WITH CUSTER IN THE BLACK HILLS Or, A Young Scout among the Indians.
Tells of the remarkable experiences of a youth who, with his parents, goes to the Black Hills in search of gold. Custer’s last battle is well described. A volume every lad fond of Indian stories should possess.
BOYS OF THE FORT Or, A Young Captain’s Pluck.
This story of stirring doings at one of our well-known forts in the Wild West is of more than ordinary interest. The young captain had a difficult task to accomplish, but he had been drilled to do his duty, and does it thoroughly. Gives a good insight into army life of to-day.