Hidden Treasure: The Story of a Chore Boy Who Made the Old Farm Pay

"Hidden Treasure: The Story of a Chore Boy Who Made the Old Farm Pay" by John Thomas Simpson is a story that seems to mix fiction with practical advice, showcasing agriculture and country living during the early 1900s. A young man named Bob comes back to his grandfather's failing farm, dreaming of using what he learned in agricultural school to bring it back to life. Arriving at the old farm in Western Pennsylvania, Bob recalls happy memories from when it was thriving. He discovers his Uncle Joe now owns the place. Bob is excited, but the farm is in bad shape, and his uncle does things the old way. Right away, there are disagreements as Bob wants to use new machines and better planning, while Uncle Joe prefers old-fashioned hard work. The story then follows Bob's journey to change the farm, dealing with problems and proving that hard work and smart thinking can uncover hidden treasures in rural life.