A District Messenger Boy, and A Necktie Party

"A District Messenger Boy, and A Necktie Party" by James Otis is a children’s story about a messenger named Joe Curtis whose ordinary delivery job takes a turn when he mistakenly boards a ship to Providence and is unable to locate the customer. While waiting for his return, Joe meets Ned, a young boy who has been taken away from his parents and is in need of help. Joe, demonstrating bravery and loyalty, steps in to protect Ned from harm. Together, the two young friends embark on a risky adventure where they rely on courage along with their resourcefulness to face uncertainty and test the strength of their friendship.