Munsey's Magazine, Vol. 24, No. 5

Munsey's Magazine, February 1903 This issue of Munsey's Magazine (Vol. XXIV, No. 5) features diverse illustrated articles and fiction. The lead article, "The Marvels of Mountain Railroading" by George L. Fowler, details engineering triumphs on mountain railways including the Rocky Mountains, Alps, and Andes, discussing snowsheds, avalanche protection, and construction challenges. Maximilian Foster contributes two pieces: "The Greatest Game Fishing," covering tuna fishing, and "The Story of the Steamship," tracing steam navigation evolution. Additional nonfiction includes Charles E. Russell on Thomas Chatterton, John H. Girdner on human body care, and articles on pneumatic transit, the New York detective bureau, and college fraternities. Serial installments include "Count Hannibal" (Chapters III–) by Stanley J. Weyman and "Pro Patria" (Chapters XXIX–XXXI) by Max Pemberton. Poetry and short stories round out contents, with shorter pieces by various authors. Annual subscription is $1.00.