In Order To Be Filled
Two negroes were working in a coal-bin in a Mississippi town, one down
in the bin throwing out the coal and the other wielding a shovel. The
one inside picked up a large lump and heaving it carelessly into the
air, struck the other a resounding blow on the head.
As soon as the victim had recovered from his momentary daze he walked
over to the edge of the bin and, peering down at his mate, said:
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"Nigger, how come you don't watch where you throws dat coal? You done
"You sho' did," came the answer. "And I jes' wants to tell you, I've
"As a matter of kindness. People who are raising families can't be