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American Sister
Kung fu dubbee and would-be actress, Ally gets one last chance.
Humplebee
A young man saves a rich boy’s life, but his gratitude turns to curse. He loses his job, his love, and his friend.
How Reuben Allen "Saw Life" in San Francisco
The junior partner of the firm of Sparlow & Kane was gazing meditatively out of the corner of their little shop in Dupont Street when Madame le Blank entered, complaining of a head injury. The...
The Blue Cross
Hot on the trail of master criminal Flambeau, the head of the Paris police arrives in London, where he begins to notice small things out of
Gentlemen and Players
The master criminal Raffles sets his sights on a priceless collection of jewels. Crime story in which the villain is the hero.
Fund Day
A cautionary tale for anyone considering involvement in high finance.
Attack From The Beyond
Adrian and friends join Merridions to defend Earth from Aelkighted invasion, gaining powers through DNA manipulation.
The Blonde
When the head of the king popped off the royal body, the lackey thought about historical necessity. That was the first sentence. Because of it, the story ground to a halt. The famous writer...
A Romance of the Line
A man, half his age and a different-looking person, slipped out of his seat and said to the young man, "I do not know Sir Jarge." The young man's face changed and he was introduced as his cousin...
The Crime at Pickett's Mill
The fight between Generals Sherman and Johnston near Dallas, Georgia, is buried in the official reports of the victors and ignored by General Sherman in his memoirs. A subordinate officer knew...
The Three Strangers
On a wet and windy night, three strangers turn up at a young girl's christening party.
A Country Christmas
Three weeks ago I came up here to Vermont to visit my old aunt and decide whether I will marry a millionnaire and become Aunt Bring. Saul wanted to get out the double sleigh and span, but Sophie...