One horror story could be that the towing equipment malfunctioned while towing a Lincoln. Maybe the tow chains snapped suddenly, causing the Lincoln to roll dangerously. Another might be that during towing, the vehicle was damaged due to improper handling by the towing crew. For example, they might have hit the Lincoln against a pole while maneuvering it.
Well, iceberg towing in science fiction can represent a technological feat. It shows how advanced human technology has become. Maybe it's part of a larger plan to terraform a planet. By towing icebergs, they can change the climate and water distribution of a new world, just like in some space - colonization themed sci - fi books.
I'm not sure if there are extremely well - known ones specifically about iceberg towing. But some environmental - themed science fiction might touch on it. Maybe in a story about future climate change solutions.
I've heard of a horror story where a Lincoln was towed in the rain. The towing company didn't cover the vehicle properly. So, the interior of the Lincoln got soaked. There was water damage to the seats, the electronics, and the carpets. The owner was devastated as the cost to repair all the water - damaged parts was extremely high. And the towing company refused to take responsibility for it, claiming it was an act of nature. But really, it was their negligence in not covering the vehicle during the tow.
Since I'm not well - versed in J J Fletcher's specific war novels, but in general, war novels might have detailed descriptions of military strategies. Maybe J J Fletcher's works also include such aspects.
I don't know exactly who J Andrews is in this story without reading it. But it's likely the protagonist or someone central to the events of the daydream - filled day.
A key factor is a strong case for hardship. If the person can show that going back to their home country would cause extreme hardship, like in cases of political unrest or lack of proper medical facilities for a pre - existing condition. Another is having a valid offer of employment or study in the US that is in the public interest.