Pete Joins the Force

Pete Rollins loses his last penny playing poker, but still renews his suit for the hand of widow Amelia Scruggs, whom he believes has money. Pete has long known that she favors him, and this... Read allPete Rollins loses his last penny playing poker, but still renews his suit for the hand of widow Amelia Scruggs, whom he believes has money. Pete has long known that she favors him, and this time he goes keyed-up to the point of proposing. He progresses in this direction until he... Read allPete Rollins loses his last penny playing poker, but still renews his suit for the hand of widow Amelia Scruggs, whom he believes has money. Pete has long known that she favors him, and this time he goes keyed-up to the point of proposing. He progresses in this direction until he and the widow are interrupted by the old maidservant. In disgust, Peter leaves the house,... Read all