The motion picture chums at the fair : or, The greatest film ever exhibited

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The motion picture chums at the fair : or, The greatest film ever exhibited

by Victor Appleton

EN·~4 hours·28 chapters

Chapters

28 total

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The Greatest Film Ever Exhibited

1:00

THE MOTION PICTURE CHUMS AT THE FAIR

0:02

CHAPTER I

12:48

CHAPTER II

12:38

CHAPTER III

7:41

CHAPTER IV

12:30

CHAPTER V

8:17

CHAPTER VI

11:30

CHAPTER VII

10:25

Description

In the bustling heart of early‑twentieth‑century New York, three friends—Randy, Pep and the thoughtful Frank—run a thriving picture house that’s become the talk of the town. Their office is a whirlwind of cash, jokes, and plans for the biggest day the Zone Theatre has ever seen, while the city’s fairgrounds buzz with anticipation. The trio’s easy banter masks a restless curiosity, and when a sudden collision at the fair sparks a frantic rescue, the adventure truly begins.

From hurried departures to chance encounters, the friends find themselves tangled in a web of rumors, secret warnings, and unexpected betrayals that threaten their hard‑won success. As they chase clues through the lively fair, a mysterious theft looms, forcing them to rely on wit, loyalty, and a dash of daring to keep the show—and their dreams—alive.

The story blends light‑hearted friendship with a crackling mystery, offering listeners a vivid slice of vintage cinema life and the thrill of a youthful quest that could change everything.

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Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (231K characters)

Release date

2025-06-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Victor Appleton

Victor Appleton

Best known as the name behind the original Tom Swift adventures, this byline belongs to one of the classic house pseudonyms of American children’s fiction. It became shorthand for fast-moving stories full of gadgets, experiments, and bright ideas.

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