THE SYMPATHETIC COAL DEALER AND THE MAN WHO HAD TO HAVE A TON OF COAL
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Sympathetic Coal Dealer—“I’m terrible sorry your family is suffering, but I haven’t an ounce of coal that isn’t contracted for.”
“Oh, it breaks my heart to hear that your children are suffering and if I had any coal to spare I’d let you have it.”
“Oh, your sad story overwhelms me with grief and I wish to express my deep sympathy.”
“I’ll send the coal right down. If you need any more just let me know.”