HE KNEW HIS OWN.
Coal dealer : " I say, Premium, thiß coal strike makes my losses terrific. I want to insure my yard against fire. What's the cost of a policy for ten thousand ? " Insurance agent : " What coal is it ? Same kind you sent me last time?" Dealer: "Yes, sir." Agent: "Oh, I wouldn't insure it if I were you. It won't burn, anyhow."
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Star (Christchurch), Issue 6314, 11 August 1888, Page 3
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63HE KNEW HIS OWN. Star (Christchurch), Issue 6314, 11 August 1888, Page 3
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