The boys of Columbia High on the diamond
by OpenStories
Original author: Graham B. Forbes
“The Boys of Columbia High on the Diamond: Or Winning Out by Pluck” by Graham B. Forbes is a fictional work aimed at a young adult audience, likely written in the early 20th century. This book follows the adventures and sportsmanship of a high school baseball team from Columbia High as they prepare for a pivotal game against their rivals, Bellport High. It features Frank Allen as a central character along with his teammates as they navigate both the challenges of athletic competition and the dynamics of friendships and rivalries. The beginning of the story introduces the Columbia High baseball team excitedly traveling on a launch to a much-anticipated game against Bellport High. The atmosphere is filled with enthusiasm, but soon fraught with tension when the launch experiences mechanical issues, jeopardizing their timely arrival for the game. As Frank Allen and his teammates brainstorm solutions, the camaraderie and rivalries among the group surface, setting the stage for the ensuing competition. The narrative hints at underlying conflicts, including possible sabotage and personal stakes, that will unfold as the team strives for victory on the diamond.
The boys of Columbia High on the diamond, by Graham B. Forbes. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #75400.
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25 Chapters
- 1.Chapter I: On the Way to the Game2,024 words
- 2.Chapter II: A Warm Beginning for Coddling2,123 words
- 3.Chapter III: A Game Worth Seeing2,104 words
- 4.Chapter IV: The Rally That Came Too Late2,255 words
- 5.Chapter V: A Thunderbolt in the School2,275 words
- 6.Chapter VI: The Vindication2,255 words
- 7.Chapter VII: The Imprint in the Clay1,734 words
- 8.Chapter VIII: Toeing the Mark2,246 words
- 9.Chapter IX: A Stunning Surprise1,700 words
- 10.Chapter X: On the River Road2,499 words
- 11.Chapter XI: A Time for Quick Thinking1,788 words
- 12.Chapter XII: The Old Princetonian’s Advice1,794 words
- 13.Chapter XIII: Led by a Kindly Fate1,816 words
- 14.Chapter XIV: Sam Smalling Makes a Promise1,801 words
- 15.Chapter XV: “play Ball!”1,646 words
- 16.Chapter XVI: Making a Good Start1,598 words
- 17.Chapter XVII: Nearing the End1,628 words
- 18.Chapter XVIII: An Unfortunate Hit1,780 words
- 19.Chapter XIX: What Uncle Jim Knew1,788 words
- 20.Chapter XX: Twice a Prisoner1,717 words
- 21.Chapter XXI: Ralph Hears Something1,909 words
- 22.Chapter XXII: A Plain Talk with Bill Klemm1,640 words
- 23.Chapter XXIII: When Coddling Weakened1,737 words
- 24.Chapter XXIV: Winning an Up-Hill Game802 words
- 25.Conclusion782 words