Treasure Chest of Fun and Fact #10 [256]

In the snowy thrill of the Junior Giant Slalom finals, Buddy Winkel sets a new course record—only for Red Jones to claim the glory as his own. When Dick Elgin follows with an even faster run, Red’s attempt to discredit the timing backfires, forcing him to perform a humiliating photo-op with his raccoon cap, secretly hiding a steak beneath. Now, with his pride wounded, Red turns his sights on Flagpole Boyd’s basketball talent and plans to teach Chuck White a lesson—though how he’ll pull it off remains anyone’s guess.

In a lively mix of adventure and humor, Karl takes charge when he corners Blackie and Gunboat, forcing them to reveal the hidden stash that saves the circus from financial ruin. With thousands in cash found in Blackie’s car, the troupe’s debts are cleared and their back wages paid—just in time for Arthur Blake to offer them all a chance to star in a movie in California. Amid the chaos of preparations, Blossom’s mistaken stunt on a ladder sends Frumson Wooters tumbling into the water trough, adding a splash of laughter to the circus’s new chapter.

In a quiet neighborhood gathering, two young members of St. Joseph's Civics Club—Joe Esterhazy and Stephen Esterhazy—set out to understand what it means to be a good citizen, asking questions of local figures from the mayor to a department store owner, each offering their own perspective on responsibility and community.

Patsy Manners is fully devoted to helping Mrs. Martinez run her Puerto Rican booth at the school carnival, but her absence from the Japanese booth leaves Marge feeling overlooked. When Aunt Eileen suggests a way to lift their spirits, Jose Martinez steps in with a song and a fan purchase that brings unexpected joy to the girls.

John Holland’s bold vision brought the modern submarine to life, merging electric motors powered by storage batteries with a gasoline engine for surface travel—a design that defined naval engineering for decades. This compelling biography traces his pioneering work and the lasting impact of his invention on maritime history.