Cappy Ricks ; Or , the Subjugation of matt peasley

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Alden P. Ricks, known as Cappy Ricks, is a unique character in the wholesale timber and shipping industry, balancing individualism with business acumen. Despite limited experience at sea, he runs the Blue Star Navigation Company and the Ricks Lumber and Logging Company, which sells vast quantities of lumber daily. His close relationships with ships and sailors earned him a courtesy title, reflecting his significant role in managing a substantial fleet and financial operations. The narrative explores his life and the maritime world he navigates.