First published in 1929, this is the fifth format some of this series enjoyed. Mid-20th century saw the re-publication of a number of Juvenile titles for the new boomer generation (Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, Tom Swift) as well as plenty of new series for boys and girls. This is one of the re-printed series. Tight, clean, flat, square books with bumped corners, head and tail; rubbed tips. Edge stain indicates an early print fun for World Book. There has been a series of Ebook republications recently.
When Don and Jim Mercer and their buddy Terry Mackson set out in their sloop, Lassie, for a visit to Mystery Island, they were in search of adventure and fun. This is a thrilling adventure story of three modern boys - with action and excitement on every page.
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Book 2 in The Mercer Boys The Mystery of Clanhammer Hall, at Woodcrest Military Academy, interested Don and Jim Mercer and their friend Terry Mackson from the moment of their arrival at Woodcrest. But their curiosity about the old, empty building faded into the back of their minds as they became involved in the mysterious disappearance of their headmaster, Colonel Morrell, whom they had never seen. With initiative and ingenuity the Mercer boys, aided by Cadet Vench, did a little detective work and uncovered a fantastic story of crime. An exciting story of adventure for modern boys.
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When Cadets Don and Jim Mercer and their friend Terry Mackson were ordered by Colonel Morrell of Woodcrest Military Academy to gather together all the school trophies, they were able to find all except oneāthe cup awarded to the Class of 1933. What had happened to the cup was a mystery the boys were determined to solve. And little by little Don and Jim uncovered a strange story and unraveled a mystery that had puzzled school authorities for years. The Mercer boys uphold the honor of Woodcrest against a conspiracy of silence and dishonor.
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When their school closes because of a flood, the Mercer brothers visit a classmate whose father is a Coast Guard captain. During their visit, they do beach patrol duty, help with some thrilling rescues and solve an old mystery.