CONTENTS
Chapter I—[A Mystery of the Night]
“There is peril in the air,” warns the guide. Overlanders take flight. Emma says the suspense is killing her. “The worst is yet to come,” promises Stacy Brown. Threatened by a forest fire. The Overland Riders hasten to the relief of imperilled villagers.
Chapter II—[In the Demon’s Grip]
Inhabitants of Silver Creek deride Ham White’s warning. Aroused at last. The fire demon roars. Miss Briggs narrowly escapes. “The fire is yonder! Work, you thick-heads!” A woman’s scream starts a panic among the villagers.
Chapter III—[A Rain of Fire]
Ham White directs the fire-fighters. Great tongues of flame. The panic increases. Grace urges village women to the creek. Danger in the water. Elfreda Briggs is carried away on the current. Land at last. The Overland girl utters a thrilling cry.
Chapter IV—[The Lost Cabin]
The village is saved. Overland horses are missing. “Run, girls! Run!” cries Grace. Ham White is excited. Searching parties are organized. Emma concerned for her “Hamilton.” Another member of the Overland party is missing. “Help! I’m dying!” groans Elfreda’s caller.
Chapter V—[A Fruitless Quest]