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On board the Gregory boat, the scene is one of quiet yet steady activity. The boat is plowing through the fishing banks off the coast of lower California, Mexico. Mrs. Gregory and Joan, acting on Captain Bradford's orders, are locked in their cabin, while Jerry and the captain take turns at the wheel where they can keep an eye on the Swedish engineer, Peterson. After a radio message from the girl commander of the Euclidean submarine they know to be following them, Joan Grego…

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In this gripping episode of Magic Island, the crew of the Gregory boat finds themselves in a precarious situation as they navigate the fishing banks off the coast of lower California. With Captain Bradford at the helm and Jerry Hall assisting, they are on high alert for an approaching storm. The atmosphere is tense as they suspect their engineer, Peterson, may be more than he seems, potentially linked to the Euclidean submarine that is shadowing them. As they discuss the dangers of a Chubasco storm, the stakes rise, and the crew must prepare for the worst.

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Magic Island, Episode 89

89 A Large Bad Storm Causes Problems

Tuesday, June 30, 1936 · 11:29

Magic Island, Episode 89

89 A Large Bad Storm Causes Problems

Tuesday, June 30, 1936 · 11:29

Summary

The crew of the Gregory boat faces a brewing storm while suspecting their engineer, Peterson, may be a spy. As the storm intensifies, they must rely on their engines and each other to survive the impending danger.

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