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From: bub@rlgvax.UUCP ( Mongo Mauler)
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Subject: Re: cats sitting on cars
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Date: Tue, 25-Mar-86 17:02:12 EST
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> This reminds me of a warning that may have save a cat's life. If you
> have a car with lots of space under the hood, then you should tap your
> horn before you start your car up during the winter. If there is room,
> cats will sometimes crawl up into the motor compartment to get a
> little warmth.
> 
> I don't know whether any of the above is true, but I heard it on "All
> Things Considered" or some other radio show.
> -- 
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>   Marty Sasaki				uucp:   harvard!sasaki
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Yes, I can attest to the truthfulness of the above.  If you want to get
REALLY bummed out, just try turning on your car and realizing from the
results of the turning fan that your one and only favorite pet is gone
for good.  Cat owners or folks living in cat owners neighborhoods might
want to keep that horn blowing trick in mind!