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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview

""A District Messenger Boy And A Necktie Party"" is a novel written by James Otis. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Bob who works as a district messenger boy in New York City. Bob is a hardworking and honest boy who takes pride in his job and is always willing... Read Full Overview

James Otis Kaler (1848-1912) was an American journalist and author of children's literature. He used the pen name James Otis. He got a job with the Boston Journal when he was in his teens. Later, he went on to work as a journalist or editor for various newspapers, a superintendent... Read Full Overview

"A District Messenger Boy and a Necktie Party" from James Otis Kaler. American journalist and author of children's literature; he wrote under the name James Otis (1848-1912).

"What is your name, boy?" "Joe Curtis, sir." "And your number? " " Two hundred and ninety-seven." " Very well, now listen to what I say, and see that you do exactly as I tell you. I am going to Providence by the Sound steamer that sails in an hour and a half; take these tickets,... Read Full Overview

""A District Messenger Boy and a Necktie Party"" is a novel written by James Otis. The story follows the adventures of a young messenger boy named Ben who works for the District Messenger Company in New York City. One day, Ben is tasked with delivering a package to a wealthy... Read Full Overview