Summary
In the realm of cinematic intrigue, Sherlock Brown emerges as a fascinating tale of amateur detective work, high-stakes espionage, and romantic entanglements. The narrative unfolds with William Brown, an aspiring detective, receiving a tin badge from an agency, which sets him on a path to aid Lieutenant Musgrave in retrieving a stolen secret government formula for explosives. As Brown delves deeper into the mystery, he crosses paths with Barbara, Musgrave's sister, and together they navigate a complex web of conspirators, narrow escapes, and cryptic clues, including a pivotal book on flying that inadvertently leads Brown to the hidden formula. With its blend of action, suspense, and romance, Sherlock Brown captivates audiences with its unpredictable twists and turns, culminating in Brown's triumphant recovery of the formula and his winning of Barbara's heart.
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William Brown, who wants to become a detective, writes to an agency and receives for $5 a tin badge. At the same time, a secret government formula for explosives is stolen from Lieutenant Musgrave, to whom Brown promises his aid. Meanwhile, Musgrave is hospitalized in delirium and utters the name "Wallace" to his sister, Barbara, who discovers that Wallace has hidden the formula in a flowerpot and follows him to his apartment. There, during a struggle, a book on flying alerts Brown. He accidentally discovers the secret formula, and Barbara escapes with the paper but is sidetracked on her way to a government agent. Following numerous complications and a long chase, Sherlock Brown succeeds in tracking down the conspirators, regaining the formula, and winning the heart of Barbara.
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