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The Guardsman

By Homer Greene
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A group of boys carry out a Halloween prank by removing a cobbler’s puppies-for-sale sign and hanging it on the gate of a wealthy manufacturer's estate; Halpert McCormack, who leads the mischief, confronts the fallout when the stunt is discovered the next morning, prompting family worry and the involvement of his father, a National Guard captain. The narrative follows Hal as he faces community scrutiny, private consequences, and decisions about loyalty and honesty, exploring themes of youthful rebellion, responsibility, peer pressure, and the uneasy transition from boyhood impulses to adult expectations.

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Homer Greene

Homer Greene was an American author known for his vivid storytelling and exploration of themes related to the coal mining industry and American life in the late 19th century. His notable works include "A Lincoln Conscript," which reflects on the Civil War experience, and "The Blind Brother: A Story of the Pennsylvania Coal Mines," which delves into the struggles of miners and their families. Greene's writing often captures the complexities of human experience against the backdrop of industrial change, making significant contributions to the literary heritage of his time.

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