amerix
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an apocryphal anecdote
about President Roosevelt.
At a reception where he personally greeted each of those waiting in a line before the entrance, he murmured but clearly enough,
"I just killed my wife".
They alll nodded with respect, but went through the door - except for one who said
"Congratulations!"
and still went in.
The legend has it that this practical joke was initiated and told by FDR himself, as a way of testing how many persons actually listened to what he said!
Thanks for the Ling-OH!
amerix
This message has been edited by amerix on 2011-04-02 08:56:00
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Funny and interesting that you clearly stated that this was 'sent by a friend'. Good way to stay out of trouble Ling! -MW
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an apocryphal anecdote
about President Roosevelt. At a reception where he personally greeted each of those waiting in a line before the entrance, he murmured but clearly enough, "I just killed my wife". They alll nodded with respect, but still went through the door - except for...
