The Popular Magazine, August 7, 1924

# Content of Popular Magazine, Vol. LXXIII, No. 2 (August 7, 1924)

This issue contains a diverse selection of fiction. The lead feature is "The Big Fool," a complete novel by William Morton Ferguson depicting romance, intrigue, and adventure set in the Black Republic. Short stories include C. S. Montanye's "Old Father Hubbard," concerning a character named Ottie and a calf; William Slavens McNutt's "Bud" Lorgan's Choice," about a boxer's ruined career; and L. Patrick Greene's "Environment," exploring contrasting perspectives. B. M. Bower contributes "Desert Brew," a four-part western serial combining mystery, adventure, humor, and romance. Additional stories feature topics ranging from dope smuggling ("Jimmy Williams Mops Up" by Frank Parker Stockbridge) to railroads and bootlegging. The issue also includes editorial content and adventure narratives. The magazine is a twice-monthly publication from Street & Smith Corporation.