The Tower Treasure · Character

Hurd Applegate

The wealthy, testy owner of Tower Mansion, whose stolen jewels and bonds set the whole hunt in motion.

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Also known as Mr. Applegate, Applegate, old Applegate

As a supporting figure in The Tower Treasure, Hurd Applegate is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Eccentric owner of Tower Mansion; accuses caretaker Henry Robinson of the robbery.

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Applegate is a stamp-collecting eccentric who hires Fenton Hardy after a thief cracks his tower safe, then swings between smug disbelief and eager cooperation as the boys press their theories. Quick-tempered and easily swayed, he first scoffs at the search of the old tower, then insists on helping ransack the new one, and he's quick to blame his fired handyman Robinson. His reward money and shifting moods keep the case in play and give the Hardy boys their central client.

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Fenton Hardy
professional · ambivalent
Fenton interacts with Hurd Applegate, the owner of the tower, regarding the stolen… How this plays out →
Fenton Hardy
professional · ambivalent
Fenton interacts with Hurd Applegate, the owner of the tower, regarding the stolen… How this plays out →
Fenton Hardy
professional · ambivalent
Fenton interacts with Hurd Applegate, the owner of the tower, regarding the stolen… How this plays out →

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The Mansion Robbery
Eccentric owner of Tower Mansion; accuses caretaker Henry Robinson of the robbery.
The Arrest
Applegate insists on Mr. Robinson's guilt, calls the police, and orders his arrest despite the caretaker's pleas.
The Search of the Tower
Reluctantly allows the search, is dismissive and mocks the boys when they find nothing.
XVIII: The New Tower
Initially skeptical, he becomes convinced by the boys' story and helps search the new tower, then grows disappointed and suspects Robinson.
XIX: The Mystery Deepens
Initially skeptical, he allows the second search but loses temper when nothing is found, accusing Robinson of involvement.
XXIII: Adelia Applegate’s Compliment
Hosts the gathering, clears Mr. Robinson, offers him his job back with increased salary, and writes the reward checks.
The Last of the Tower Case
Joins the celebration, makes a warm speech welcoming the Hardy boys and their chums to Tower Mansion anytime.

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