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An Episode of Summer and a Surprise Prospect
A series of letters reveals a summer romance and social misadventures. Lou and Bess share clever deceptions at a seaside resort, endure a faux rescue that sparks headlines, and later meet returning admirers as potential fiancés.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chub
Sinter
Lou
Mike
Damon
Pythias
van Dyke
Max
May
Paul
Popridenty
Abe
Chappy
Maxifred Lou
Bessie
Mias Hall
Miss Johnson
Bess
Washington
Darling Chub
New York
Sathel Brown
Ethel
Princeton
Eithel
Oso ‘Ribas
Hithel
Mr. Hilander
Mamma
Saratoga
Mr. Hilender
Miss Hall
Miss Mills
Johnson
Anon
Slater
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