Explaining an Omission.

The works clerk approached the foreman of the factory. “Any accident to report?” he asked.

“One,” replied the foreman, and handed over the report. It read: Date—November 2. Nature of accident—badly crushed toe. How caused—blow from hammer (accidental). Remarks—.

“Why no remarks?” asked the clerk.

“Well,” said the foreman, “seeing as ‘ow you know Bill, and seeing as ‘ow you know what crushed his toe, ain't you got no imagination?”

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