Dick the Bank Boy

The story features a confrontation between two boys, Dick Morrison and Ferd Graylock, on a narrow road. Ferd, riding a new motor-cycle he bought with his savings, encounters trouble when his bike breaks down, forcing him to walk. Their interaction highlights Ferd's domineering personality as he demands space on the road, while Dick remains amused and unyielding. The narrative captures themes of youthful rivalry, independence, and the challenges of growing up, set against a backdrop of adventure and exploration in their surroundings.