The small errand boy had been left in charge of the ironmonger’s shop while his employer made a call. In rushed a customer in a tremendous hurry. “I want a mouse-trap.’’ he snapped. “Y--yes, sir." The boy turned and fumbled on the shelves. "Hurry up," said the customer impatiently. “I want to catch a bus!" The boy turned quickly. "Oh, s-sir," he said. "I’m sure we haven’t one big enough for that!”
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Wairarapa Times-Age, 28 September 1939, Page 8
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72Untitled Wairarapa Times-Age, 28 September 1939, Page 8
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