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how is it I never come across anything like this?





I know what you mean. I ran an ad in the paper at a whopping $1 per week seeking
"Old bikes, check your barns etc." in hopes of the magic mint
Vincent, 60s Po-lice Harley or the like for $100.
Yeah, I'm a dreamer...

Anyway, your story reminded me of The Opening of King Stutz tomb.
Interesting story too. They at least beat the tax man while
still alive, but couldn't beat him after, proving the
"death & taxes" theory true.