02030cam a22003013u 4500 47729 UtSlPG 20260610134110.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AP Various Harper's Young People, June 21, 1881 : An Illustrated Weekly Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-12-20 Produced by Annie R. McGuire "Harper's Young People, June 21, 1881" by Various is a weekly children's magazine published during the late 19th century. This particular issue features a collection of short stories, articles, and illustrations aimed at entertaining and educating young readers. The magazine likely covers themes of adventure, morality, and historical curiosity, reflecting the interests and values of its time. In this issue, a standout story is "The Fair Messenger," which recounts the brave and clever actions of Emily Geiger, a young woman who becomes a messenger during the American Revolutionary War. Faced with the dangers posed by Tory scouts, Emily demonstrates courage and quick thinking by eluding capture and consuming a letter she was tasked to deliver. The narrative underscores the themes of bravery and resourcefulness, celebrating the strength of youth in challenging circumstances. Other pieces include engaging tales about children's antics, nature, and historical adventures that appeal to young audiences, fostering a sense of wonder and engagement with both fiction and real-life events. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Children's periodicals, American https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47729 88568 88568