Radio Boys Loyalty; Or, Bill Brown Listens In

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Gutenberg ID

25753

Title

Radio Boys Loyalty; Or, Bill Brown Listens In

Language

en

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Project Gutenberg

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Two engineering students at Marshallton Technical School face the dangers of hazing and criminal kidnapping. When their friend is taken by Italian gangsters, Bill Brown and Gus Grier use their mechanical skills and unwavering loyalty to rescue him. This adventure story highlights themes of friendship, ingenuity, and standing up against injustice.

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In *Radio Boys Loyalty; Or, Bill Brown Listens In*, engineering students Bill Brown and Gus Grier attend Marshallton Technical School, where they excel in mechanics and electricity despite facing a culture of hazing. While they protest the bullying, they are forced to navigate a school environment that tolerates such behavior. Their resolve is tested when their friend Tony is kidnapped by the Malatesta brothers, a criminal gang operating from the local woods. The kidnappers demand a boat and money, threatening Tony's life. Bill and Gus devise a daring rescue plan. They enlist the help of a local fisherman known as 'Swamp' to steal the gang's boat while the students prepare to infiltrate the kidnappers' hideout. During the operation, the gang attempts to shoot the boys' rescue yacht, but the students manage to evade the gunfire and reach the bay. A fierce confrontation ensues at the cabin where Tony is held. Through quick thinking and bravery, Gus and Tony subdue the kidnappers, neutralizing the leader who tries to shoot them through a broken window. After securing the criminals, the boys return Tony safely to his family. The story concludes with the gang members being arrested and deported. The boys' actions earn them the gratitude of the community and the respect of famous inventor Guglielmo Marconi. Recognizing their talent and loyalty, Marconi and a local banker help the boys establish a successful engineering company, The Loyalty Company, allowing them to continue their education and careers. The narrative highlights themes of friendship, loyalty, and the triumph of ingenuity over criminality, showcasing the boys' transition from students facing hazing to respected engineers saving their community.

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Categories

• Adventure
• Mystery