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Scottish woman goes to the local newspaper office to place the obituary for her recently deceased husband. The obit editor informs her that there is a charge of 50 pence per word.

She pauses, reflects, and then she says, "Well, then, let it read, 'Angus MacPherson died'."

Amused at the woman's thrift, the editor tells her that there is a seven word minimum for all obituaries.

She thinks it over and in a few seconds says, "In that case, let it read.......

'Angus MacPherson died. Golf clubs for sale.
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Now what could one say about one's wife?
Good one :lol: :lol:
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Every mickle makes a muckle.
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:lol: :lol: :lol:

Very ..... er ,,,, economical those Scots,.

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Dev One wrote:Now what could one say about one's wife?
Good one :lol: :lol:
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Mrs McPherson died. Attractive young housekeeper required. :dunno:
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Good idea.......& why not? :Dance:
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