02091cam a22003253u 4500 10563 UtSlPG 20260610133244.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 Good Intentions : Ship's Company, Part 3. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-01-01 Produced by David Widger "Good Intentions" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story written in the early 20th century. It is a comedic narrative that explores themes of jealousy, infidelity, and the complexities of romantic relationships. The story is set against the backdrop of a wharf, where the protagonist, the night-watchman, finds himself embroiled in the romantic entanglements of Captain Tarbell and the women in his life. The plot revolves around Captain Tarbell, who is caught in a love triangle with two women, Mrs. Plimmer and Laura Lamb. The night-watchman becomes an unintended accomplice as he tries to juggle the demands of both women while managing the chaos that ensues. His efforts to keep the captain's secret leads to a series of humorous mishaps, culminating in an unexpected confrontation that threatens to expose everyone's intentions. As he attempts to maintain order and prevent disaster, the story culminates in a chaotic but ultimately comedic ending that highlights the absurdity of jealousy and the lengths to which people will go for love. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Humorous stories, English England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction Owen, Will, 1869-1957 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10563 52023 52023