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Hero Turley and the Shipwrecked Tale of a Quick-Witted Wager
Captain Turley of the Wildflower spins a dramatic rescue tale to win Miss Jane Gandy’s favor, claiming he saved a ship and its passengers in a gale. Captain Wagstaff aids the ruse, hoping for a future partnership, while public intrigue and a possible marriage loom. Wagstaff later reveals the deception, prompting Turley to confess and secure a foolish engagement that culminates in a comic bridal outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Turley
Joseph Wagstaff
Captain Wagstaff
Captain Turley
Gandy
Wagstaff
Turley
Industry
Sydney
Misa Gandy
Chill Acconta
Lydney
Misa
Mrs. Mockford
Wildflower
Miss Gandy
Cap
Cliffport
Mariner
Avan
Andy
Shoreaven
London
Shore‘aven