<p>Packard's experiences working on the railroad led to his writing many railroad stories, then to a series of mystery novels, the most famous of which featured a character called Jimmie Dale.<br><br>The critic August Nemo selected seven short stories by this remarkable author for your enjoyment:<br><br>- Corporal Bob.<br>- The Guardian of the Devil's Slide.<br>- Where's Haggerty?<br>- McQueen's Hobby.<br>- Munford.<br>- "If a Man Die"<br>- The B...