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All aboard for the transcribed premiere production, the cruise of the Pall Parrot. That exciting story of a whaling cruise that turned into a hunt for buried treasure. Our friends now find themselves in just about the worst predicament they've encountered since the cruise began. Dirk Briscoe, who's been led to the diamond deposit on Galto Island by Red Mill Hooley, is now in full control of the mine. He's blasted the landslide with his own explosives and is taking the gems f…

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In the gripping episode titled Dirk Tries To Sink The Poll Parrot, the adventure unfolds as Johnny and Sue find themselves on Galto Island, where danger lurks at every corner. Dirk Briscoe has seized control of a diamond mine and is holding Captain Dalton captive, plotting to annihilate the crew of the Poll Parrot with explosives. As Briscoe's men fortify their position, the young protagonists realize they must act quickly to save their captain and their friends.

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Cruise of the Poll Parrot, Episode 25

Dirk Tries To Sink The Poll Parrot

Saturday, March 12, 1938 · 11:57

Cruise of the Poll Parrot, Episode 25

Dirk Tries To Sink The Poll Parrot

Saturday, March 12, 1938 · 11:57

Summary

Johnny and Sue plot to thwart Dirk Briscoe's plan to blow up the crew of the Poll Parrot while trying to rescue Captain Dalton, who is being held captive. Tensions rise as they navigate dangers on Galto Island.

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