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MERRIWELL SERIES
Stories of Frank and Dick Merriwell
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Stories of Generous Length
For three generations, the adventures of the Merriwell brothers have proven an inspiration to countless thousands of American boys.
Frank and Dick are lads of high ideals, and the examples they set in dealing with their parents, their friends, and especially their enemies, are sure to make better boys of their readers. These stories teem with fun and adventure in all branches of sports and athletics. They are just what every red-blooded American boy wants to read—they are what he must read to develop into a manly, upright man.
ALL TITLES ALWAYS IN PRINT 1—Frank Merriwell’s School Days By Burt L. Standish 2—Frank Merriwell’s Chums By Burt L. Standish 3—Frank Merriwell’s Foes By Burt L. Standish 4—Frank Merriwell’s Trip West By Burt L. Standish 5—Frank Merriwell Down South By Burt L. Standish 6—Frank Merriwell’s Bravery By Burt L. Standish 7—Frank Merriwell’s Hunting Tour By Burt L. Standish 8—Frank Merriwell in Europe By Burt L. Standish 9—Frank Merriwell at Yale By Burt L. Standish 10—Frank Merriwell’s Sports Afield By Burt L. Standish 11—Frank Merriwell’s Races By Burt L. Standish To Be Published in June, 1921. 12—Frank Merriwell’s Party By Burt L. Standish 13—Frank Merriwell’s Bicycle Tour By Burt L. Standish To Be Published in July, 1921. 14—Frank Merriwell’s Courage By Burt L. Standish 15—Frank Merriwell’s Daring By Burt L. Standish To Be Published in August, 1921. 16—Frank Merriwell’s Alarm By Burt L. Standish 17—Frank Merriwell’s Athletes By Burt L. Standish 18—Frank Merriwell’s Skill By Burt L. Standish To Be Published in September, 1921. 19—Frank Merriwell’s Champions By Burt L. Standish 20—Frank Merriwell’s Return to Yale By Burt L. Standish To Be Published in October, 1921. 21—Frank Merriwell’s Secret By Burt L. Standish 22—Frank Merriwell’s Danger By Burt L. Standish To Be Published in November, 1921. 23—Frank Merriwell’s Loyalty By Burt L. Standish 24—Frank Merriwell in Camp By Burt L. Standish To Be Published in December, 1921. 25—Frank Merriwell’s Vacation By Burt L. Standish 26—Frank Merriwell’s Cruise By Burt L. Standish
In order that there may be no confusion, we desire to say that the books listed above will be issued, during the respective months, in New York City and vicinity. They may not reach the readers at a distance promptly on account of delays in transportation.
MARY J. HOLMES CHARLES GARVICE MAY AGNES FLEMING MRS. GEORGIE SHELDON
Four authors enshrined in the heart of every reader of fiction in America. See the list of their works in the NEW EAGLE SERIES.
FRANK MERRIWELL’S ALARM
OR,
DOING HIS BEST
BY
BURT L. STANDISH
Author of the famous Merriwell Stories.
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Frank Merriwell’s Alarm
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CONTENTS
I—ADRIFT IN THE DESERT II—ON TO THE MOUNTAINS III—THE SKELETON IV—“INDIANS!” V—BLUE WOLF TRIES THE BICYCLE VI—TRICK RIDING VII—ESCAPE VIII—THE MYSTERY EXPLAINED IX—A NIGHT ADVENTURE X—THE STORY XI—ANOTHER ESCAPE XII—AT LAKE TAHOE XIII—A RACE ON THE LAKE XIV—THE HERMIT’S POWER XV—RECOVERY XVI—LOST UNDERGROUND XVII—BROTHER AND SISTER XVIII—OLD FRIENDS XIX—BART HODGE MAKES A CONFESSION XX—FRANK BECOMES ALARMED XXI—ARREST AND ESCAPE XXII—ISA ISBAN XXIII—A KNOCK ON THE DOOR XXIV—THE SHERIFF’S SHOT XXV—ESCAPE—CONCLUSION
FRANK MERRIWELL’S ALARM.