The Wreck Of The 'Cincy' Queen
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THE WRECK OF THE 'CINCY' QUEEN A train derailment in the dead of a summer night in 1948 jolts Sam and Howie into action. They have just christened and dedicated to God their new business, the S and H Detective Agency. Also, Sheriff Neverfine has appointed them the status of Special Deputies. Strangely, the last boxcar on the train was conveying coffins containing the corpses of American soldiers who were casualties of the Battle of the Bulge, fought in 1944. Stranger still is the discovery that one of the corpses is the transport agent for valuable jewels and coins. Then when Sam and Howie discover a jeweled Christian cross lying on the ground near the wreckage the mystery deepens. Will Sam and Howie be able to surmount intrigue, death threats, subterfuge and international conspiracy to solve the Wreck of the ‘Cincy’ Queen, the latest, fastest most powerful steam locomotive of its time? You will have to read every chapter to find out.
About the Author
The author, George S. Haines, was reared on a working farm in Indiana. Howie, his cousin who lived in Ohio, came often for extended visits. They enjoyed many adventures exploring the surrounding areas. Their friendship developed through many years as they solved many mysteries, some real and many imagined. Haines graduated from Purdue University with B.S. and M.S. Degrees. His doctorate was earned at George Peabody College, now a college at Vanderbilt University. He has taught students from the seventh grade through adults. At Taylor University, Upland, Indiana, he was Professor of Education and Director of Teacher Education. He lives in Ft. Myers, Florida. The artist, Betty Wedeles, has taught beginning and advanced art classes for 30 years. Her knowledge and application of color, harmony, value, measurement and composition are evident in her many works. She is involved in wood carving, clay sculpture, and china painting. Her artistic endeavors reflect her respect for wildlife and its habitat. She lives in Ft. Myers, Florida.