Motor Boat Boys Mississippi Cruise; or, The Dash for Dixie
by OpenStories
Original author: Louis Arundel
"Motor Boat Boys Mississippi Cruise; or, The Dash for Dixie" by Louis Arundel is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around a group of adventurous boys embarking on a motorboat race down the Mississippi River with the goal of reaching New Orleans. Led by the optimistic and determined Jack Stormways, the boys face various challenges and unexpected encounters as they navigate the waters in pursuit of the coveted Dixie Cup trophy. At the start of the story, Jack and his friends are excitedly preparing for their journey, discussing the details of the race and the competition they will face. The characters, including the jovial and food-loving Nick Longfellow, exhibit a playful dynamic as they plan their adventure. As they set off, they experience the thrill of racing and the dangers of the river, including unexpected mishaps and the looming threat of encountering other vessels. A sense of camaraderie and youthful determination pervades the opening chapters, inviting readers to join them on their thrilling journey filled with both lighthearted fun and moments of tension.
Motor Boat Boys Mississippi Cruise; or, The Dash for Dixie, by Louis Arundel. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #21980.
- 48,970words
- 23chapters
- 0stars
- 0bookmarks
- 3hits
23 Chapters
- 1.Chapter I: All Aboard for Dixieland!2,112 words
- 2.Chapter II: The Start2,186 words
- 3.Chapter III: A Handicap at the First Station2,134 words
- 4.Chapter IV: The Sudden Peril2,133 words
- 5.Chapter V: Aroused at Midnight2,164 words
- 6.Chapter VI: Startling News From Near Home2,050 words
- 7.Chapter VII: Quite a Surprise Party2,211 words
- 8.Chapter VIII: Left in the Lurch2,137 words
- 9.Chapter IX: The Swift Run of the Tramp2,206 words
- 10.Chapter X: In a Kentucky Cove2,176 words
- 11.Chapter XI: Turning the Tables on the Bank Robbers2,179 words
- 12.Chapter XII: "lucky Jack!"2,149 words
- 13.Chapter XIII: The "wireless" in Tow2,185 words
- 14.Chapter XIV: Signs of the Sunny South1,756 words
- 15.Chapter XV: Buster Takes Hope1,731 words
- 16.Chapter XVI: Erastus, the Houseburner1,612 words
- 17.Chapter XVII: The Sheriff's Posse1,748 words
- 18.Chapter XVIII: At the Mouth of the Sunflower1,835 words
- 19.Chapter XIX: In the Land of Cotton1,694 words
- 20.Chapter XX: The Castaways of the Swamp1,693 words
- 21.Chapter XXI: Buster Faces Starvation1,652 words
- 22.Chapter XXII: The Discovery1,753 words
- 23.Chapter XXIII: The Winner of the Cup--Conclusion5,474 words