Hurd Applegate
The eccentric and wealthy owner of Tower Mansion, victim of the robbery.
Core Belief
"Possessions and order are important. He values his wealth and his stamp collection above all else. He is suspicious of outsiders and resistant to change."
Worldview
Hurd sees the world as a place of potential threats to his possessions and his peace of mind. He is skeptical of others' motives and prefers to keep to himself and his familiar routines.
Personality
Hurd Applegate is an eccentric, quick-tempered, and somewhat miserly man in his sixties. He is consumed by his passion for stamp collecting and is initially suspicious and uncooperative with the Hardy boys. Although wealthy, he is set in his ways and lives a simple life.
In Their Own Words
"Good day!” he growled, in a grudging manner, and went on his way."
"I don't really need a detective in this case,” snapped Hurd Applegate. “Don't need one at all. It's as clear as the nose on your face. I _know_ who took the stuff. But I can't prove it."
"Oh, he'll have an explanation all right!” sniffed Mr. Applegate. “But it will have to be a mighty good one to satisfy me."
Other Characters from The tower treasure
Frank Hardy
One of the two main teenage detectives, the older and more cautious brother.
Joe Hardy
The younger of the two main teenage detectives, known for his impulsiveness and energy.
Fenton Hardy
The father of Frank and Joe, an internationally famous detective.
Henry Robinson
The caretaker of Tower Mansion, wrongly accused of the robbery.
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