Connie Morgan in the Lumber Camps

"Connie Morgan in the Lumber Camps" by James B. (James Beardsley) Hendryx is an adventure story about a young boy's experiences in the Minnesota lumber industry during the early 1900s. The audience follows Connie Morgan as he teams up with Waseche Bill to confront the hard work of cutting timber mixed with the danger and moral questions he sees when he faces dishonest people who want to steal their timber or hurt their business. Starting with financial problems caused by a deceitful foreman, Connie goes to the lumber camps, where jokes and conversations mix with tense moments. The story shows a lively community mixed with tension and danger in the lumber business, as the novel is full of characters who both threaten and support Connie. Connie's smarts and bravery are tested as he faces challenges in the woods and fights against possible sabotage, showing he's ready to face the tough times ahead with determination.