Bathroom Comoat

An English lady, while visiting India was looking for a room, and she asked the schoolmaster if he could recommend one. He took her to see several rooms and when everything was settled, the lady returned to her home to make the finalpreparations to move.Back in England, it occurred to her that she had not inquired about a bathroom comoat (which, in Indian terminology means lavatory). So she wrote to the schoolmaster asking if there was a BC conveniently situated.

The schoolmaster did not understand the abbreviation, so he asked the local priest if he could help in the matter. Together, they tried to discover the meaning of the letters BC and the only solution the could find was 'Baptist Church'. The schoolmaster then wrote the following letter to the English Lady...

Dear Madam,

I take great pleasure in informing you that the BC is situated nine miles from the house in the centre of a beautiful grove of pine trees, surrounded by lovely grounds. It has a seating capacity of 229 people, and it is open on Sundays and Thursdays only. There are a number of people expected for the summer months.I would suggest that you come early enough, although usually there is plenty of standing room. This is an unfortunate situation, particularly if you are in the habit of going regularly. You will no doubt be glad to know that a good number bring their lunch and make a day of it, while others who can afford to go by car,arrive just in time.

I would especially recommend that your ladyship go on Thursdays as there is an organ accompaniment. The accoustics are excellent and the most delicate sounds can be heard everywhere.It may be of interest to you to know that my daughter was married in the BC and it was there she first met her husband.I can remember the rush there was for seats. There were 10 people to a seat, usually occupied by one. It is wonderful to see the expressions on their faces.

The latest attraction is a bell donated by a wealthy resident of the district. It rings every time a person enters. A buzzer is to be held to provide plush seats for all, since the people feel it is a longfelt need. My wife is rather delicate so she can't attend regularly. It is almost a year since she went last. Naturally, this pains her very much, not to be able to attend more often.I will be delighted to reserve the best seat for you,if you wish to be seen by all. For children, there is a special time and place so that they will not disturb the elders. Hoping to have been of great service to you.

Yours sincerely,

The School Master.