Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.

Jack Stormways was an active lad of about seventeen. His figure was as straight as that of an Indian, and his face one in which a steady purpose seemed to abide. Usually of a sunny, cheerful disposition, he knew how to arouse all dormant faculties in the members of a baseball or football team of which he might chance to be captain.Nearly everybody liked Jack Stormways; and even such enemies as he naturally made during his career in school admitted that they admired his clean methods of doing things.His companion, Jimmie Brannagan, was a short-bodied Irish lad, with red hair and a freckled face; but possessing a sturdy frame, as well as a ready wit. Ever since Jimmy's mother died he's lived at Jack's house, and had a chance to attend school. Together they will go on a journey down the Mississippi where they will encounter bank robbers, Castaways, and much more.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1912 Edition.

The Motor Boat Boys, by Louis Arundel, is a series of adventure books for boys, published by M. A. Donohue and Co., Chicago, Illinois, from 1912 through 1915. The series featured six teen-aged boys of the Motor Boat Club, and their adventures on various waterways. Titles in the series are: Motor Boat Boys' Mississippi Cruise; or The Dash for Dixie (1912), Motor Boat Boys on the Great Lakes; or Exploring the Mystic Isle of Mackinac (1912), Motor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence River; or Adventures Among the Thousand Islands (1912), Motor Boat Boys Among the Florida Keys; or The Struggle for the Leadership (1913). Motor Boat Boys Down the Coast; or Through Storm and Stress to Florida (1913), Motor Boat Boys' River Chase; or Six Chums Afloat and Ashore (1914) and Motor Boat Boys Down the Danube; or Four Chums Abroad (1915).

Louis Arundel's "Motor Boat Boys Mississippi Cruise" takes readers on an exhilarating journey with the Motor Boat Boys as they embark on a cruise along the mighty Mississippi River. The narrative follows the boys as they navigate the river's currents, encounter adventures, and uncover the secrets of their voyage. Set against the majestic backdrop of the Mississippi River, the story unfolds with themes of exploration, friendship, and the excitement of discovery. Through the boys' interactions with the river's landscapes, the people they meet, and the challenges they face, readers are immersed in a captivating tale of adventure. The novella delves into themes of curiosity, teamwork, and the thrill of exploring new territories. As the Motor Boat Boys encounter unexpected twists and use their skills to overcome obstacles, they embody the qualities of determination and camaraderie that are essential to their journey. "Motor Boat Boys Mississippi Cruise" captures the spirit of adventure and the allure of river exploration. Louis Arundel's storytelling invites readers to join the Motor Boat Boys on their cruise along the Mississippi, sharing in their triumphs, challenges, and the unforgettable moments that define their expedition.