Lori & Listers--I'm afraid this is one of those legends the Internet has
given instant credibility. Please check out the entire story, with photos
and citations, at the Urban Legends Reference Page

http://www.snopes.com/history/american/gauge.htm

Although (as Dr. Johnson said) "Seldom is any good story ever wholly true",
it's always a good idea to substantiate any information received via email
before perpetuating.

Lisa Jones
512.380.4883
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Hoover's Online
http://www.hoovers.com
NASDAQ: HOOV

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