Ralphson, G. Harvey (George Harvey) 1879-1940 creator text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Boy Scouts in the Canal Zone; Or, The Plot Against Uncle Sam" by G. Harvey Ralphson is a thrilling adventure novel written in the early 20th century. This story follows a group of enthusiastic Boy Scouts, primarily led by Ned Nestor, who embark on a mission to help thwart a dangerous plot against the Gatun Dam in the Panama Canal Zone. The book is heavy on action, camaraderie, and the themes of patriotism, with a focus on the resourcefulness and bravery of young scouts who get caught up in a national intrigue. The opening of the narrative introduces the Black Bear Patrol, a group of scouts excited about their next adventure after a recent excursion in Mexico. They are eager to accompany Lieutenant Gordon on a secret mission tied to suspicious activities in the Canal Zone. As they prepare for the trip, discussions arise regarding a potential threat to the Gatun Dam, leading to speculation about who could be behind such a dangerous plot. The tone quickly escalates to one of urgency as they learn of a theft involving Frank Shaw's valuable emerald necklace, prompting them to engage in a mystery that intertwines their adventures with espionage and suspense. Through banter and camaraderie, the boys display their youthful energy and determination as they set the stage for a more significant confrontation against hidden adversaries. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-09-05 Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Adventure stories Boy Scouts of America -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified 12013470 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26540 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26540 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133616.0 26540