The Chums of Scranton High on the Cinder Path Or, The Mystery of the Haunted Quarry

"The Chums of Scranton High on the Cinder Path" by Donald Ferguson is a story about a group of high school friends experiencing the joys and challenges of adolescence. Hugh Morgan leads his pals Thad, Kenneth, Julius, and Horatio through exciting escapades involving athletic training and exploring their surroundings while dealing with themes of friendship, competition, and a spooky local mystery tied to a haunted quarry. The boys prepare for a big Marathon race where they will face rivals like Nick Lang, heightening the atmosphere of suspense and mystery as supernatural rumors begin to swirl, building anticipation amongst the friends as they balance sportsmanship with spine-chilling encounters in their lively hometown.