Can a chance meeting between a curious boy and a hobo fool the town's greedy banker so completely that he ends up sharing his wealth with the poor in the town? Follow Little Billy on his raft as he explores a slough, snares gophers. Best friend Tom lets Billy charge their friends to view the deceased town eccentric Tos Stordahl, in his father's funeral parlor; does Tos really have a wooden leg and what lurks behind the black eye patch? This is a humorous and moral fiction that will make you laugh, cry and cheer. If only boys today could experience Billy's kind of life. Read how a miracle turns fool's gold into a happy ending. A great read for all ages and one that will leave lasting memories.