The Sign at Six

"The Sign at Six" by Stewart Edward White is a story set in New York City, where a young scientist named Percy Darrow finds himself in the middle of strange events. After a bizarre blackout affects the city's power and sound, Darrow gets caught up in a puzzling situation maybe connected to a well-known politician named McCarthy. The story starts by showing Darrow and McCarthy meeting, where McCarthy seems worried about a threatening message. The event underlines Darrow's collected outlook as the city then experiences eerie silences and electrical problems, hinting at a concealed, immense power. This unusual circumstance sparks both worry and Darrow's eagerness to find out what's really happening, blending science, mystery, and conflict to draw readers into an interesting exploration.