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  1. 03-23-2022, 8:44 PM #1
    Bruce Wrenn
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    Got a Letter Today, Who Me?

    In today's mail received a package from a large financial brokerage. It congratulated me for being one of the more wealthy Americans, due to hard work, investments, and savings. Can't figure what triggered this, unless it was a recent net worth statement for our bank. On paper we are a lot richer than we actually are, but can I borrow a buck to get a cup of coffee?
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    can I borrow a buck to get a cup of coffee?
    A lot of folks would buy you a cup if you introduced them to this mythical place that sells a cup for a buck.

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    Just be careful, there are a lot of scams around. Some of them are pretty convincing... -Howard
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jim Koepke View Post
    A lot of folks would buy you a cup if you introduced them to this mythical place that sells a cup for a buck.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Howard Pollack View Post
    Just be careful, there are a lot of scams around. Some of them are pretty convincing... -Howard
    I agree with both Jim and Howard.

    A cup of coffee for a buck? Most likely a scam... are you sure it is real coffee? Is the coffee hut situated REALLY close to a big mud puddle? ...I have been burned by that scam before.
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  6. 03-24-2022, 12:44 AM #5
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    Wait a minute. I thought a cup of Joe was a dime.

    For a buck, I can get a Tequila and lime.

    Am I living in another time?

    Me and an old pal of mine.

    Burma Shave.
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    Where are you going to find a dollar cup of coffee?
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  8. 03-24-2022, 4:22 PM #7
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    Quote Originally Posted by Rollie Meyers View Post
    Where are you going to find a dollar cup of coffee?

    Mickey D's. Can't vouch for quality, as I don't drink coffee.
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