Sixes and Sevens (short story collection, Henry)
The Last of the Troubadours
A troubadour named Sam Galloway visits a ranch and forms a close bond with the ranch owner, old man Ellison. When the ranch is threatened by a powerful cattleman, Sam takes action to protect his friend.
The Sleuths
A man sought help from various detectives to find his missing sister, but only the last detective, using unconventional methods, was able to locate her by checking the records of a crayon portrait factory.
Witches’ Loaves
A sympathetic bakery owner secretly added butter to a struggling artist's stale bread, unknowingly ruining his architectural drafts that he cleaned with bread crumbs.
The Pride of the Cities
A New Yorker and a man from Topaz City, Nevada, met at a roof-garden and engaged in a conversation where they constantly tried to prove the superiority of their respective cities.
Holding Up a Train
A former outlaw recounts his experiences of robbing trains, describing the ease of the job and the element of surprise, but also highlighting the dangers and the eventual downfall of a train robber.
Ulysses and the Dogman
A man was forced to walk his wife's spoiled dog every evening, until he met an old friend from the West who helped him break free from his humiliating routine and start a new life.
The Champion of the Weather
A man from the Kiowa Reservation visited New York City and struggled with the locals' coldness, especially when it came to discussing the weather, which he considered a topic for friendly conversation.
Makes the Whole World Kin
A burglar broke into a house and encountered the homeowner, who suffered from rheumatism. They bonded over their shared ailment and decided to go out for a drink together.
At Arms with Morpheus
A man accidentally overdosed on morphine, and his friend tried to keep him awake by insulting him and accusing him of abandoning a girl he loved, ultimately saving his life.
A Ghost of a Chance
A woman tried to improve her social standing by inviting influential guests to her home, but one guest spread a malicious ghost story that embarrassed her. Another guest later claimed to see a more respectable ghost, restoring the hostess's reputation.
Jimmy Hayes and Muriel
A young ranger was thought to be a coward after disappearing during a fight, but his skeleton was later found alongside those of the enemies he had single-handedly defeated.
The Door of Unrest
An editor encountered an old man claiming to be the Wandering Jew, who shared stories of his past experiences with historical figures and events, but was later revealed to be a troubled shoemaker.
The Duplicity of Hargraves
A Southern gentleman and his daughter befriend a vaudeville actor who impersonates the gentleman on stage, leading to a confrontation and a surprising turn of events.
Let Me Feel Your Pulse
A man visits a doctor who performs various tests on him to determine his health condition, leading to a series of misadventures and ultimately finding solace in nature and companionship.
October and June
A veteran soldier, smitten by a younger woman, proposed marriage but was rejected due to their age difference. He visited her to plead his case, but ultimately accepted her decision.
The Church with an Overshot-Wheel
A miller named Abram Strong, who lost his daughter Aglaia, converts an old mill into a church in her memory. Years later, a young woman named Rose Chester comes to Lakelands and befriends Father Abram. They discover a surprising connection and find solace in their shared grief.
New York by Camp Fire Light
A cowboy shared his experiences in New York City with his fellow campers, recounting his attempts to navigate high society and his appreciation for a kind young woman who made a mistake while hosting a dinner.
The Adventures of Shamrock Jolnes
A detective showcased his incredible powers of observation and deduction while solving various mysteries, including identifying a man's background and family situation just by observing his behavior and appearance.
The Lady Higher Up
Two statues, one representing Liberty and the other Diana, engaged in a conversation about their roles and the people they encountered, discussing the impact of their presence on the lives of immigrants.
The Greater Coney
A man visited Coney Island after a quarrel with his girlfriend, only to find her there as well, both reminiscing about their past happiness and eventually reconciling.
Law and Order
A man named Luke Summers, the sheriff of Mojada County, Texas, goes to New York City to bring back a young man who shot and wounded a prominent citizen of his town. Luke discovers that the young man is his long-lost son, who was taken away from him years ago. Despite the legal complications, Luke is determined to bring his son back to Texas.
Transformation of Martin Burney
A laborer, deprived of tobacco by his cruel boss, plotted revenge with a fellow worker, but abandoned the plan after being offered a cigar, choosing instead to seek work elsewhere.
The Caliph and the Cad
A truck driver, fascinated by high society, dressed up and mingled with the wealthy, eventually discovering his true gentlemanly nature after defending a lady from her rude companion.
The Diamond of Kali
A man acquired a valuable diamond from a dangerous Indian tribe, who then pursued him around the world, attempting to reclaim their sacred treasure and exact revenge.
The Day We Celebrate
Two men, an American and a Britisher, worked on a banana plantation in Costa Rica, losing track of time and holidays. After a fight, they discovered it was Christmas Day.