On a business trip, my father approached a security checkpoint at the airport. The National Guard shift was rotating and a guard, in full iniform, was in line in front of him.

As with everyone else, the soldier was ordered to go through the metal detector. Before doing so, he haded his M-16 rifle to security personnel along with other items such as handcuffs and a flashlight.

Still the alarm sounded when he walked through. Further inspection revealed a Swiss army knife inside on of his pockets.

"Sorry sir," security said to the soldier, "but this item is prohibited." Taking the knife away, the airport worker then handed him back the M-16.

--Samantha Couchoud

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Ed
1981 300CD (Benzina)
1968 250 S (Gina) 266,000 miles!
1983 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (Guido)
1976 Jaguar XJS-saved a V-12 from the chevy curse, what a great engine!
1988 Cadillac Eldorado (better car than you might think!)
1988 Yamaha Venture (better than a Wing!)
1977 Suzuki GS750B
1976 Yamaha XS 650 (sold)
1991 Suzuki GSX1100G (Shafty Gixser)
1981 Yamaha VX920RH (Euro "Virago")
Solex Moped
1975 Dodge P/U camper


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