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general store before it closes at six. I”ll need to buy lumber, nails, a hammer, saw, a tape measure and some paint.

General Kane: Good. And while you're there picked me up a few pepperoni sticks and a pack of White Owl cigars.

Dennis: I'm a little pressed for time now, sir. I just started preparing a body for his funeral tomorrow. I reckon it'll take about six hours to finish the job.

General Kane: Dennis, are you certain this guy is dead?

Dennis Yeah, as far as I can tell.

General Kane So what does he care if you bury him tomorrow or later in the week? He's probably not in any hurry now is he?

Dennis: Well, I suppose not.

General Kane: Well, I am in a hurry, Dennis! I want those caskets delivered to the hospital by eight o'clock this evening. Get to the

general store on the double, Dennis!

Dennis: I'm leaving right now General. Oh by the way sir, who are the small caskets for? Was there an accident involving small children?

General Kane: Don't ask any questions Dennis. You'll get further orders when you arrive at the hospital. And remember to get my pepperoni sticks and cigars.