The Girls of Central High in Camp; Or, the Old Professor's Secret
by OpenStories
Original author: Gertrude W. Morrison
"The Girls of Central High in Camp; Or, the Old Professor's Secret" by Gertrude W. Morrison is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a group of adventurous high school girls, especially focusing on Bobby Hargrew and her friends, who are planning their summer camping trip to Acorn Island. The narrative revolves around their discussions and preparations for camping, touches on their wit and playful banter, and hints at an underlying mystery involving a professor. The opening of the book introduces the girls of Central High as they celebrate the end of the school year and ponder their summer plans. Bobby, Laura, Jess, and their friends enthusiastically decide to go camping, initially debating various locations before settling on Acorn Island. Their lighthearted conversation showcases their personalities, highlights their friendships, and sets the tone for both adventure and fun. Additionally, the introduction of a mysterious professor who warns them against going to the island suggests potential for conflict or intrigue as the story unfolds.
The Girls of Central High in Camp; Or, the Old Professor's Secret, by Gertrude W. Morrison. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #28740.
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25 Chapters
- 1.Chapter I: Where, Oh, Where?1,869 words
- 2.Chapter II: Plans for the Summer1,343 words
- 3.Chapter III: Visitors' Day1,637 words
- 4.Chapter IV: "lonesome Liz"1,748 words
- 5.Chapter V: The Start1,930 words
- 6.Chapter VI: Prettyman Sweet Makes a Friend1,998 words
- 7.Chapter VII: The Barnacle1,952 words
- 8.Chapter VIII: Up Rocky River1,329 words
- 9.Chapter IX: The Camp on Acorn Island2,058 words
- 10.Chapter X: Getting Used to It1,754 words
- 11.Chapter XI: Liz Sees a "ha'nt"2,132 words
- 12.Chapter XII: The "kleptomaniantic" Ghost1,193 words
- 13.Chapter XIII: The Search of the Island1,400 words
- 14.Chapter XIV: "more Fun Than a Little"1,715 words
- 15.Chapter XV: The Barnacle Has a Nose1,269 words
- 16.Chapter XVI: Where the Barnacle's Nose Led Him1,470 words
- 17.Chapter XVII: A Perfectly Unsatisfactory Interview1,071 words
- 18.Chapter XVIII: An Eventful Fishing Trip2,015 words
- 19.Chapter XIX: The Young Man with the Gun813 words
- 20.Chapter XX: Laura Keeps Her Secret1,164 words
- 21.Chapter XXI: The Sheriff with His Dogs1,228 words
- 22.Chapter XXII: Where Professor Dimp Comes in Big1,228 words
- 23.Chapter XXIII: Liz on the Defensive903 words
- 24.Chapter XXIV: The Barnacle Trees Something at Last1,084 words
- 25.Chapter XXV: "quite All Right"1,297 words