All trace of a valuable mine has been lost, and the boys start out
on a hunt for the property, little dreaming of the many perils
which await them on their quest. How they overcome one obstacle
after another, and get the best of their various enemies, will be
found in the story itself.

The success of the first Rover Boys books has gratified me beyond
measure, and my one hope is that my numerous readers will find this
and future volumes of equal interest.

Affectionately and sincerely yours,

ARTHUR M. WINFIELD.

June 20, 1900






CHAPTER I

RETURNING FROM A GREAT GAME



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