Trolley Folly

Name: Trolley Folly
Author: Henry Wallace Phillips

By Henry Wallace Phillips

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A series of comic short stories follows Jimmie Horgan, a careless but resourceful trolley controller whose blunders and schemes set off a chain of misadventures. Episodes include an unexpected inheritance, the mysterious disappearance of a trolley car, and other small-town capers involving a mascot, a numismatist, a canoe outing, and social rivalries. The tales sketch eccentric local characters and satirize pretension through slapstick situations and ironic reversals of fortune. Narrative voice pairs brisk scene-setting with wry observation to reveal how luck, reputation, and appearances shape everyday life.

About the Author

Henry Wallace Phillips

Henry Wallace Phillips was an American author known for his contributions to early 20th-century literature, particularly in the realm of fiction and fables. His works often reflect a blend of humor and social commentary, appealing to a wide audience. Among his notable titles is "Fables for the Times," which showcases his ability to weave moral lessons into engaging narratives. Phillips also created the character Red Saunders, featured in several stories including "Red Saunders: His Adventures West & East" and "Plain Mary Smith: A Romance of Red Saunders." His writing captures the spirit of adventure and the complexities of human relationships, making him a distinctive voice of his time.