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ANNOUNCING MUSEUM DISPLAYS

Seckatary Hawkins exhibits are now on display in permanent and rotating exhibits at The Behringer-Crawford Museum - located very near the old Seckatary riverbank clubhouse location on the Licking River. There are comprehensive displays and information about riverboats, trains, and transportation of the past which fits right in with the Fair & Square Club and the adventure stories of Seckatary Hawkins. There are panoramic views of the Ohio River, Cincinnati and Covington, as well as nature trails focusing on Northern Kentucky’s natural heritage. Additionally, the museum is the steward for Civil War sites located in Devou Park, and is included on the Civil War Discovery Trail. We encourage Club Members and friends to become members of this wonderful museum to help them continue the great community and Northern Kentucky history work they do. You will have a good time when you visit them. Museum is located at is at 1600 Montague Rd - Devou Park, Covington, Kentucky. (Website is http://www.bcmuseum.org/). Phone (859) 491-4003.

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Seckatary Hawkins Clubs have always been involved in worthy causes and beneficial efforts for community, children's reading and learning,

and other community action pursuits. Often club members and friends ask how to help us in our historical restoration of printing and reprinting

the books of Seckatary Hawkins. We have prepared quality books for club members on a very small scale, but we are making these high moral

stories available to many others now and for a long time in the future. We feel the principles and lessons for youth will help many a boy and girl

become a better citizen and a better community family member as well, Just as the Fair & Square clubs have done since 1923.

We encourage learning, writing and reading and figuring things out in highly moral and decent ways.

Membership is free, and no dues are collected or required. Our pursuits and endeavors are always geared toward providing things to club members

and their children at no cost - or at as low a cost as possible. So if you can help any of these efforts with a donation of any size, all the club

members will appreciate it. Free Membership is open to all, young or old, rich or poor - all are welcome.

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Who wants to read a Seckatary Hawkins Story?

If you wonder what the excitement and interest is all about, and would like to read a Seckatary Hawkins adventure for yourself, now you can. The club has been working hard to make small print runs of these famous stories. This is a club group effort made possible by the volunteer work of many, and group participation of all club members in all aspects of creating new, top quality books that do not cost huge amounts as some antique editions do. Early 1900's Seckatary Hawkins stories that have never been in book form before are available for purchase by club members only. Fill out the short application form below to join the Fair & Square Club today for the first step in this process. Click the JOIN button to get started right now - it is easy - and it is free!. Yours Fair and Square,

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New Seckatary Hawkins books are here!

New Seckatary Hawkins books are here - for Fair & Square Club Members only, and not available in any stores.

Read the early Rejiment stories of the riverbank boys before they formed the club and found a clubhouse.

Also re-issuing Stoner's Boy, the first story, but "the unabridged" story with 11 new chapters that were in the newspapers, but not in the original books. Lots of "new" illustrations too.

email seckataryhawkins@aol.com for details.

HERE ARE SOME STORY DETAILS:

1918 - The Rejiment Stories. 402 pages

The very first Seckatary Hawkins stories were printed in the newspaper 2/3/1918 through 12/31/1918 - tales about young 5, 6, and 7 year old boys who became fast friends long before the formal club was formed. They did not have a clubhouse yet, and were loosely formed with meetings down by the old Sycamore tree near the riverbank a little later on in the chapters. The antics and situations are sometimes outrageous in our modern eyes; but were written as the young children of the 1920's talked. Every boy and girl identified with these stories, and understood exactly what was printed. Today, we have a little trouble deciphering the actual meaning in such antiquated language and lack of punctuation that was the wont of these boys. But we have presented each chapter so that you might easily take up with the writing style. If you read through To Kill a Mockingbird, and others such as Huckleberry Finn books, you will realize that all Americans should be able to get adjusted to the riverbank talk very easily. There are lots of laughs with these boys who you will find much in common with. You will learn how things developed to bring the F&S Club into being. Club members at the Big Meeting asked about old subjects such as "Chinese Magic" from stories that came up in the first 11 books, and I am happy to say you will find some references in these stories and the 1919 sequels which will follow very soon.

1920 - STONER'S BOY, 472 pages,

This is the new "unabridged" version we have been talking about for so long. The 1920's newspaper serials included 11 chapters that were left out of the original book published in 1926. So up till now, you have not known the whole adventure story! Stoner pages went from 1926 book = 287pages, vs the 2011 book = 472 pages; and 28 chapters in the first edition 1926 book vs 39 chapters in the 2011 book. This is more than a new edition. You won't want to miss it!

This is Stoner's Boy the way it was intended to be enjoyed with 11 missing chapters and more illustrations too - Oh! those illustrations are great! It will be almost a new story with all the different chapters that are added. Most of the other original 1926 book chapters had a few lines - up to a few paragraphs in may chapters - missing too. Now you will see how it went with the kids who read Seckatary first in the newspapers every week. The wording is a little different than the first book too. George Beatty wanted to stay close to the original newspaper content for historical accuracy.

Grandpa must be jumping for joy in heaven right about now, because he always wanted the full story to be told in book form the way his stories were meant to be expewrienced. My Daddy and my aunts told me many times that Grandpa almost did not allow his books to be published at first since the publishers, editors and marketing staff were continuously cutting content to fit their idea of chapter length and book size, and other marketing considerations. There were always battles about what was left in, and they always thought the missing chapters were a terrible loss. Soon you will have the ability to read Stoners Boy the way it was intended to be enjoyed and give your own opinion of which way is best.

The Seckatary Hawkins Club is doing this book printing endeavor only because the membership kept asking for it. Club volunteers have made it work. It is not just a single purchase that one makes when buying these new books, but a group purchase by all us interested club members that makes this possible at any price. Once again I thank all you wonderful club members for sharing this experience with me. Without you it could not be. And thanks to the generous club member volunteers who make it happen so professionally.

Unsolicited testimonials for these new books:

Clubmembers!

Mine came today, and I can't tell you how beautiful they are! Yet another quality job. I got so excited I forgot the check to see if my dvd was in the box--which I'm sure it is.
I haven't read those Regiment stories since I studied the reverse image microfiche copies of the Enquirer in the Cincinnati Public library back in the 70's. It will be interesting to see what I still remember.
Thanks again, Randy and George.
YF&S,
CC - Cincinnati. OH

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Dear Clubmembers,

I received my books today...I agree with Randy that these books can become collector's items. Probably not so much as the original 1926 editions, but at least they are likely to double in value in a few years. Only fifteen years ago I bought 1926 versions of Stoners Boy, Ching Toy and others for $32.50 each from a used bookseller. He knew nothing about the Seckatary Hawkins series. Now those days are long past. As Randy said, you can check eBay and other places to see their greatly increased value now.

I know most club members would not sell their prized Seckatary Hawkins books for anything, but things change and people pass on and relatives may not know their value. Put a note in each of your books to let your heirs know their worth to you and them...

LA- Houston, TX

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The books and DVD arrived today, in perfect condition. I have not had a chance to examine them thoroughly, of course, but in leafing through them I see many wonderful illustrations in Rejiment of the cave entrance, that looks just like present day Clifton Cave, and of course all the great new material in Stoner's Boy.

I feel like a kid in a candy shop. I don't know where to start. I wanted to read the Rejiment stories first, but also could not wait to check out Stoner's Boy, so I read the first chapter of Stoner first. So different from the original book! A little grittier, actually, which I think is better. I couldn't stop, so read chapter 2 also. I am going to have to summon some iron will and put Stoner's Boy down and turn to the Rejiment book.

GB - Chesterfield, MO.

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The new Seck books arrived here in Kalamazoo this morning and as the title of the email states: "They are Magnificent." Many thanks to you and your team for allowing all the club members to have these wonderful additions. They will be treasured in my family.

TS - Kalamazoo, MI

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The 2 new books along with the DVD were just delivered. They look wonderful. Now I don't know what to read next. Herman The Fiddler Or one of the books received today. It is a nice problem to have. Thanks to all those who helped in any way to make these books possible.

JG - Cold Spring, KY

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Hi Randy,
Just to let you know, the books and video have safely arrived. I opened the box here at work - couldn't wait until I got home! They look fabulous....
Thanks again!

YF&S
TS - Wilmington, MA

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I received the first book set today. They are just great. I can’t wait to read the “rest of the story” and will be cracking Stoner’s Boy today. My grandson will receive one of the additional sets as his first “chapter” books. Stoner’s Boy was my first “chapter” book back in 1953 when my mother gave it to me for Christmas. What a great start that was.

JH - Ridgeway, CO

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The new books and movie arrived today. Tremendous. Absolutely tremendous. Thank you.

KF - Lexington, KY

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Just wanted to let you know I received my books today.
They look great as usual. Can't wait to dig in.
All the best,

DR - North Bend, OH

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I am thoroughly enjoying The Rejiment Stories. It's not what I expected, half reading and half laughing. The stories are hilarious-if your Grandpa was relying on memory, his Mother sure had her hands full! Thank you for getting this book into print. I think the spelling and grammar are a great style for the stories, and not hard to get used to at all. I'm so glad I don't have to wait a week between chapters.

Fran

P.S. I AM still trying to figure out what a "koko" is.

FN - Alexandria, KY

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Thanks Randy,
I received mine and they are grand!
In looking over “Stoner’s Boy, I was thinking that your Grandfather must have been disappointed to have the book, as written, shortened from the original.
I am sure he is looking down from heaven and is very pleased on what he sees.
Great job!
BB - Frederick, MD

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Mine came Friday also and I'm in California – hurrah for the Post Office and Priority Mail!

The books, as always, look great and are a pleasure to have – I'm torn as to which one to start on, but I think it will be Rejiment…

Thanks again to everyone involved – these are real treasures and worth far more than the cost. Yes, they are a bit more expensive than your usual book, but they are exclusive and limited. And I'm sure they will be worth more than we paid quite soon! (Not that I would ever sell mine!!)

YF&S,

DC - San Carlos, CA

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As a long time book collector and book seller, I have to agree with Randy that these books being printed now will very likely become the most sought after titles and so the most expensive. This is because of simple supply and demand. With print runs of 100 to 150 copies these books have far fewer copies produced than any of the older titles. I have heard figures of 750 to 800 copies as the print run for “Stormie the Dog Stealer” but even if these figures are not correct, I would think those numbers would be too low rather than too high (so say perhaps 1000 to 1500 copies). The other very expensive title “The Ghost of Lake Tapaho” was probably produced in fairly large numbers (perhaps the highest of any title) but as a paperback and as a give away item the survival rate was probably very low. The paper covers would not hold up well to the handling of the child readers, and the fact that it did not cost anything would make it easier to throw away when it became damaged. As for the rest of the titles, it seems to me from buying and selling these books for many years that the book with the most printings “Seckatary Hawkins in Cuba” (or Adventures in Cuba, or The Cazanova Treasure) is by far the easiest to find and usually the cheapest. This title has been through several variations in its cover title during its several different printings, and it even had one edition (or printing) that credited Robert F. Schulkers as the author rather than Seckatary Hawkins. I normally find that the titles that have only had one printing are normally the harder titles to find (Stormie, Tapaho, Yellow Y, Ching Toy, Knights of the Square Table, Chinese Coin, Hermann the Fiddler). Again, this is just simple supply and demand. We know the supply of these new titles is the smallest, so if demand stays high so will the value of the book, assuming that the book stays in reasonably nice condition. Condition is the third factor in setting the value of a book, and it is an important one. Keep your books in good condition, and they will be worth more in the future.

RB - Covington, KY

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THE SECKATARY HAWKINS CLUBHOUSE

Scale model by Don Garrett

THE FAIR & SQUARE CLUBHOUSE down on the old riverbank.

THE SECKATARY'S OFFICE

THE MEETING ROOM

*One word of caution: Many book dealers are selling an unauthorized, paperback reprint of The Red Runners that is just a poor photocopy - is often hard to read - and is missing pages.   I have asked the publisher to stop printing these, but he refused. So be forewarned about these yellow cover paperbacks from any book store. They are sometimes advertised as official Seckatary Hawkins books; but they are not printed by the official club.

Stories by Robert F. Schulkers appeared in serial form in many newspapers from 1918 through 1946 - and a few papers continued into the 1950's. Originally, only 11 books were printed with these stories from 1921 to 1932. In 2007, the club began a group activity with many club member volunteers working on all parts of the re-typing and production of printing stories that were never in book form before.  If you would like to purchase any of the books the club offers, please join the club and let us know which titles you are interested in finding. We plan to reprint all the stories as time permits.

As of now, all the series stories that have been printed in book form are as follows:

The Seckatary Hawkins Stories

__________By Robert F. Schulkers__________

1. Stoner’s Boy or “The Mystery of the Gray Ghost”

2. Seckatary Hawkins in Cuba or “The Cazanova Treasure”

3. The Red Runners or “The Mystery of the Hypnotizing Eye”

4. The Gray Ghost or “The Return of Stoner’s Boy”

5. Stormie, the Dog Stealer or “Mystery of the Baying Hounds”

6. Knights of the Square Table or “Mystery of the Lonely House”

7. Ching Toy or “The Mystery of the Magic Triangle”

8. The Chinese Coin or “The Mystery of the Cave of Wonders”

9. The Yellow Y or “The Mystery of the Boy with the Longbow”

10. Herman the Fiddler or “The Mystery of the Three-eyed Ape”

11. The Red Castle or “Bones’ Great Club of the River”

12. Mystery of the Stonewall House or “Dr. Drago and the Giant”

13. Little Gil or “The Rabbit Mystery”

14. The Lavender Light Mystery or “Stephan the Strange”

15. The Ghost of Lake Tapaho or “The Mystery of the Lake”

16. The Emperor’s Sword or “The Mystery of the Silent Watcher”

17. Little Flower of the Sun or “Never Fail Friend”

18. The Mystery of the Red Hand or “The New Lucky Coin”

19. The Lacquer Fan or “The Sundial Mystery” or “Bob Longlegs”

20. Gideon or “The Grotto of the Silent Pets”

21. Stydle the Strong or “The Mystery of the Cave of Icicles”

22. Trilogy I: The Stattenham Manor Mystery; The River Pirates;and The Green Light Mystery

23. Gander or “The Cave of the Eagle Owl”

24. Trilogy II: The Dog Snatchers; The Dugout Trailer; and Jericho

25. Hackbury or “The Mystery of the Underground Room”

26. Trilogy III: The White Bat; The Backwater Pool; and The Nip and Tuck Gang

27. The Return of the Skinny Guy or “The Boy with the Eagle”

28. Trilogy IV :The Gang of Usher or “The Far Away Voice”; and Related Stories.

The Books: - This is truly Good-Clean-Fun you just can't put down once you start reading. Easy-to-read, believable adventures written for boys and girls in an easy style of Kentucky riverbank language. These wholesome stories depict the abilities of an average group of boys with an unofficial leader - a fat boy who has strength of character and who tries to do his best using good moral judgment. Written to help build character in young readers, an incentive is gradually built within a child reader to attempt what may otherwise appear unattainable or too difficult. A sense of family pride and honesty is ingrained and found to last a lifetime in many a Fair and Square club member. Give one of these books to your child and see what a great reaction they have. Or better yet - read to your child one of these good books for a truly enjoyable family experience like no other. Ask anyone who has done so and you will be assured this is wholesome fun for kids of any age.

The Fair and Square Clubs of Seckatary Hawkins were in hundreds of cities throughout the USA in the 1920's and 1930's with members numbering a million or more. Radio shows kept children interested and hungry for more cliff-hanger type adventure without the horrors of "over-kill and reality" shows of today. The imagination is far more exciting than any false sensationalism. The Fair & Square Club continues today on the internet and membership is free. Click the button below to join the club yourself. If you are a young person, please do this together with your parents so they know what you are doing. Read the safety instructions below too for safe internetting at all times.

THE ORIGINAL ELEVEN BOOKS PRINTED 1918 THROUGH 1932 WERE AS FOLLOWS:

1. Stoner's Boy - "The Mystery of the Gray Ghost" - Published by Robert F. Schulkers - 1926. Navy Blue cloth binding with white printing. Cream colored paper dustjacket with blue lettering. Dedicated to "JBD - my valentine" (Mrs RFS). Illustrations by Carll B.Williams. *Note – this was the fourth book published due to the publisher's decision that the Cuba story was the most appealing to readers. But time proved them wrong and Stoners Boy was the more famous one. The book most often quoted in the novel - To Kill a Mockingbird"

1a. Second Publication by RFS -1948. Beige cloth binding with a multi-colored dustcover. Marked 1926 copyright with no indication of being a second printing.

2. Seckatary Hawkins in Cuba or The Mystery of the Cazanova Treasure – Published by Stewart Kidd Co., 1921. Yellow cloth binding with gold leaf embossed lettering. Cream colored paper dustjacket with brown lettering. First book published.

2a. Second edition - Seckatary Hawkins in Cuba or The Mystery of the Cazanova Treasure - Publisher - Appleton – 1925 Yellow-biege cloth binding with “Robert F. Schulkers” embossed on lower front cover in black letters. Dark Bluish green DJ with red lettering. (There is no indication that this is a later printing)

2b. Third edition - Seckatary Hawkins in Cuba – Published by D. Appleton Co – 1925. Bright orange cloth binding. No DJ. (There is no indication that this is a later printing)
*NOTE – an additional printing with no Appleton book ads in the back may be called 2bb.

2c. Fourth edition - The Mystery of the Cazanova Treasure – 1948. Beige cloth binding with line drawings of boys on multi-colored dust-jacket. Marked 1921 copyright. Publisher - Robert F. Schulkers. (There is no indication that this is a later printing)
Dedicated to "The Mother of Seckatary Hawkins - and to the mothers of all boys and girls who like to read his stories".

3. The Red Runners - "The Mystery of the Hypnotizing Eyes" pub. Stewart Kidd Co - 1922. Dedicated to “My old teacher one fine fella”. Biege cloth binding, black lettering. Dark Spruce-Green DJ with cream lettering. “Which We Did” on spine of DJ.

3a. Second edition, publisher - RFS – 1925 - bright orange (marked copyright 1922). No DJ.

3b. Third edition, publisher - RFS – 1954 – beige cloth binding (marked 1948 copyright). Mint-Green DJ with Orange-red lettering. (There is no indication that this is a later printing)

4. The Gray Ghost - "The Return of Stoner's Boy" - Published by Robert F. Schulkers 1926. Navy Blue cloth binding with white printing. Dedicated to "FLS - pal of my boyhood days" - (His brother Franc) – Light Gray paper dustcover with black lettering. Also quoted in the novel - To Kill a Mockingbird"

4a. Second edition pub. RFS – 1954 – biege cloth binding – Ivory dustjacket with Green lettering. (There is no indication that this is a later printing)

5. Stormie the Dog Stealer - "The Mystery of the Baying Hounds" - Publisher – D. Appleton Co - 1925 - Beige cloth binding, black embossed lettering – Greenish / brown dust jacket with cream lettering. The spine is a cream background with black lettering. No dedication.

5b. 2007 Photocopy Reprint by C R Schulkers limited edition.

6. Knights of the Square Table - "The Mystery of the Lonely House" - Published by Robert F. Schulkers 1926. Blue cloth binding, pastel green colored paper dust jacket with dark blue lettering. Dedicated to "Junior - who is always fair and square". Illustrations by Carll B. Williams.

7. Ching Toy - "The Mystery of the Magic Triangle" - Published by Robert F. Schulkers, 1926. Navy cloth binding, white lettering. Dedicated to "To Ruth Darnell - Fair as a Fairy". Illustrations by Carll B.Williams. Pink paper dustjacket with maroon lettering.

8. The Chinese Coin - "The Mystery of the Cave of Wonders" - Published by Robert F. Schulkers, 1926. Blue cloth binding, white lettering. Medium pastel green paper dustjacket with brown lettering. Dedicated to "Julia Beatrice - a little flower girl". Illustrations by Carll B.Williams.

9. The Yellow Y - "The Mystery of the Boy With the Longbow" - Published by Robert F. Schulkers, 1926. Blue cloth binding, white lettering. Bright pastel yellow paper dustjacket with black lettering. Dedicated to "John Randolph - such a little fellow, but he's Daddy's big boy". Illustrations by Carll B.Williams.

10. Herman the Fiddler or "The Mystery of the Three-eyed Ape" - Published by Robert F. Schulkers - 1930. No dedication; however, he must have been thinking of his father and grandfather: Henry Herman and Herman Henry Schulkers. Joe Ebertz artwork. *note = An aftermarket pastel biege DJ has been seen with blue letters, but not official.

15. The Ghost of Lake Tapaho - The Mystery of the Lake – 11th book was printed in 1932.
Published by Robert F. Schulkers - 1932. No dedication. This is a red and white square checkerboard paperback by Ralston-Purina, given away free with 2 cereal box tops sent in by boys and girls who listened to the Chicago NBC radio shows.

15a. 2007 Photocopy Reprint by C R Schulkers limited edition.

CLICK ON THE TITLES ABOVE, OR THE BOOK REPORT MENU BUTTON ON THE LEFT FOR A GREAT BOOK REPORT SUMMARY OF THE STORY LINE.   THESE BOOK REPORTS WERE WRITTEN BY OUR CURRENT CLUB MEMBERS AND REALLY LET YOU KNOW WHAT THE STORY IS ALL ABOUT.

Here is the total list of all Seckatary Hawkins Stories that appeared in newspapers from 1918 to 1941. Do you have them all?

1. Stoner’s Boy or “The Mystery of the Gray Ghost”

2. Seckatary Hawkins in Cuba or “The Cazanova Treasure”

3. The Red Runners or “The Mystery of the Hypnotizing Eye”

4. The Gray Ghost or “The Return of Stoner’s Boy”

5. Stormie, the Dog Stealer or “Mystery of the Baying Hounds”

6. Knights of the Square Table or “Mystery of the Lonely House”

7. Ching Toy or “The Mystery of the Magic Triangle”

8. The Chinese Coin or “The Mystery of the Cave of Wonders”

9. The Yellow Y or “The Mystery of the Boy with the Longbow”

10. Herman the Fiddler or “The Mystery of the Three-eyed Ape”

11. The Red Castle or “Bones’ Great Club of the River”

12. Mystery of the Stonewall House or “Dr. Drago and the Giant”

13. Little Gil or “The Rabbit Mystery”

14. The Lavender Light Mystery or “Stephan the Strange”

15. The Ghost of Lake Tapaho or “The Mystery of the Lake”

16. The Emperor’s Sword or “The Mystery of the Silent Watcher”

17. Little Flower of the Sun or “Never Fail Friend”

18. The Mystery of the Red Hand or “The New Lucky Coin”

19. The Lacquer Fan or “The Sundial Mystery” or “Bob Longlegs”

20. Gideon or “The Grotto of the Silent Pets”

21. Stydle the Strong or “The Mystery of the Cave of Icicles”

22. Trilogy I: The Stattenham Manor Mystery; The River Pirates; and The Green Light Mystery

23. Gander or “The Cave of the Eagle Owl”

24. Trilogy II: The Dog Snatchers; The Dugout Trailer; and Jericho

25. Hackbury or “The Mystery of the Underground Room”

26. Trilogy III: The White Bat; The Backwater Pool; and The Nip and Tuck Gang and Related Stories

27. The Return of the Skinny Guy or “The Boy with the Eagle”

28. Trilogy IV :The Gang of Usher or “The Far Away Voice”; and Related Stories.

29. Stoner’s Boy UNABRIDGED - or “The Mystery of the Gray Ghost” - This new book is enhanced with 11 missing chapters and 34 additional new illustrations that were in newspapers, but left out of the original book in 1926.

30. The Rejiment I, 1918 – these are special serial stories that ran in newspapers before the Stoners Boy chapters started. This book and the next - The Rejiment II and The Rejiment III - have the "other book stories" referred to at the end of the first Seckatary Hawkins in Cuba editions, e.g. The Rejiment; The Skinny Guy; and The Stranded Houseboat. They are not organized under those titles, just the weekly sequel chapters that were in newspapers in 1919 and 1920.

31. Rejiment II - 496 pages - 57 new illustrations are added. By adding in illustrations from the reprinting plans in the 1940's, we bring some of the great artwork of Joe Ebertz into this old story. We also introduce a detailed map of 7 Willows Island and surrounding features.
32. The Red Runners Special Limited Edition, 2012
- with added short stories - 432 pages with 3 parts – (this might have been a trilogy) CONTAINS:
    1) The Rejiment III - The final four chapters from 1920 newspapers with added 5 new images to the already present 4 illustrations for a total of 9;
    2) The Red Runners story only - a total of 20 new illustrations from 1930's and later when this story was reissued in newspapers, gives a nice contrasting look at many of the same situations by different artists. A total of 55 illustrations is in the new book!

    Plus we added a comprehensive map of 7 Willows Island;
    3) Short Stories 1920 - The last 3 chapters of new material short stories have 3 new illustrations added to the already present 4 illustrations for a total of 7.

So there is a great deal of new and important features to these new books that has never before been seen.

*One word of warning: #3 -The Red Runners, has never been officially printed in paperback, or soft cover.

Many book dealers, online and offline, are selling an unauthorized, paperback reprint of The Red Runners, that is just a poor photocopy of a well-worn original book. It's pages are poorly copied - often darkened and hard to read - and is even missing pages, including the ending of the story and last page.   I have asked the publisher to stop printing these, but he refused. So be forewarned about these yellow cover paperbacks from any book store. They are sometimes advertised as "official" Seckatary Hawkins books; but they are not. There has never been an official paperback of The Red Runners printed.

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