A radio announcer on KLOS in Los Angeles, about thirty minutes after a major earthquake, made these two statements: "The telephone company is urging people to please not use the telephone unless it is absolutely necessary in order to keep the lines open for emergency personnel. We'll be right back after this break to give away a pair of Phil Collins concert tickets to caller number 95." (1)

A Major was assigned to a new office on a military base. While working to set up his office a Private knocked on his door. The Major quickly picked up the phone and motioned for the Private to enter. On the phone the Major said, "Yes sir, General Schwarzkopf, I think that is an excellent idea. (Pause) No sir, that's fine, you call me any time, I'm glad I could help. (Pause) Yes sir, I will, and you giv…