Fred Fenton on the Crew; Or, The Young Oarsmen of Riverport School

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Gutenberg ID

21594

Title

Fred Fenton on the Crew; Or, The Young Oarsmen of Riverport School

Language

en

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Project Gutenberg

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In this spirited adventure, Fred Fenton clears his chum Bristles Carpenter of suspicion regarding stolen opals while navigating school rivalries and river races. Blending mystery, athletic competition, and youthful camaraderie, the story offers an engaging read for fans of early 20th-century boy's fiction.

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Set in the lively town of Riverport, Allen Chapman's *Fred Fenton on the Crew* follows the adventures of Fred Fenton, a talented athlete and pitcher, as he navigates friendship, mystery, and high-stakes competition. The narrative opens with Fred helping his friend Bristles Carpenter clear his name after being falsely accused of stealing his aunt Miss Alicia Muster's valuable opals. The mystery deepens when Fred discovers the true culprit is Black Joe, a mischievous raven who has been stealing the gems. With the help of Miss Muster, Fred captures the bird, resolving the misunderstanding and restoring Bristles's reputation. As summer progresses, the story shifts to the Riverport School crew team preparing for a crucial race against the formidable Mechanicsburg crew. The competition is fierce, complicated by a dangerous current and intense pressure from both sides. Despite the odds, the Riverport team pulls together, executing a perfect rhythm and a final, powerful spurt to secure a narrow victory. The excitement of the race is palpable, with cheering crowds and a dramatic finish that leaves the rival Mechanicsburg team in awe. Woven into this athletic drama is Fred's family's ongoing struggle to reclaim an Alaskan mining property from a corrupt syndicate led by Squire Lemington. The Fentons face legal and financial obstacles, with a key witness, Hiram Masterson, missing and presumed abducted. However, hope remains alive as Hiram eventually sends a letter promising his return from Hong Kong to testify against the syndicate. The novel concludes with the celebration of the crew's victory and the receipt of the opals from Miss Muster, who now fully trusts Fred after he proved his loyalty and cleverness. Themes of loyalty, redemption, and justice shine through as Fred resolves personal conflicts and prepares for future athletic challenges. With vivid descriptions of river life and school sports, the narrative captures the excitement and moral growth typical of classic boys' adventure stories, promising further adventures in Fred's upcoming track events.

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• Fiction