Beadle's Pocket Library No. 431

1892 · 32 pages

Gordon Lillie: The Reckless Rider This 1892 Beadle and Adams weekly serial by Major H.B. Stoddard (Ex-Scout) recounts the early life of Gordon Lillie, born in Bloomington, Illinois in 1861. The narrative opens with the sixteen-year-old confronting Big Ben Wilson, a jealous schoolmate. After enduring constant taunts, Lillie strikes Wilson and arranges a fight at a local swimming hole. Despite Wilson's greater size and strength, Lillie's skill and determination win the first rounds. The second round favors Wilson until Lillie, following his second's advice, lands a decisive blow that knocks Wilson backward through thin ice into the deep water. Lillie immediately dives after the drowning boy, retrieves him despite physical strain, but becomes trapped under the ice. A passing wagon driver provides rescue with a tail-board and reins, enabling Lillie to save Wilson's life. The narrative emphasizes Lillie's courage, quick thinking, and physical prowess.

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