Today's Smile

Jerry Bartle was arrested and put on trial for robbing a local sh0p at gunpoint. In his wisdom he decided that he would represent himself in court. He appeared to be doing reasonably well until the shop's owner took the stand to give her evidence. She had identified him immediately as the robber, when Bartle jumped up and yelled, "You're lying! I should have blown your head off". He paused, then added,"If I had been the one that was there". The jury found him guilty and Jerry Bartle was sentenced to thirty years imprisonment.

The Hump-Backed Bridge - Blankney

The Hump-Backed Bridge, Blankney

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The above photograph shows what locals refer to as 'Hump-Backed Bridge'. It was built in 1884 over a private carriageway that linked Blankney Hall to Blankney and Metheringham railway station. The road over the bridge runs from Blankney village to Martin, but only half the journey is now accessible to traffic, going only as far as the railway level crossing.

The Best Job In The World

Lost your job in the recession? Or maybe you just fancy a career change. Well look no further, because I have just found you, not just a job, but the best job in the world. Well the chance to apply at least. But you will have to act quickly, applications must be in by this Sunday and a short-list of 50 applicants will be announced on 2 March. Competition will be stiff, over 18,000 applications have already been received. Well, I did tell you it was the best job in the world! So, what qualifications will you need? Well not a lot really. You must be over 18. Able to write and speak English. Enjoy lazing around on the beach. You may have to do a bit of swimming, snorkeling and sailing. You will also get free airfares to and from your job.That's about it really. The job lasts for six months and pays about £50,000. So, what is this job, I can hear you asking. Well, I'll tell you. The Queensland State Government are looking for a 'caretaker' for the tropical island of Hamilton on The Great Barrier Reef. The successful candidate will stay in a multi-million dollar beach home. In return the successful applicant will be expected to report to a global audience via weekly blogs, photo diaries and video updates. The campaign is a key element in a drive to promote the northeastern state's 18 billion-dollar a year tourism industry during the tough global economic climate. Well, you can't say you weren't given the opportunity to apply.

Who Am I? - Thursday's Answer

Well done to all of you who solved yesterday's clues to the 'Who Am I' puzzle. The mystery celebrity we were looking for is revealed below:





Answer - Christopher Biggins