"How long have you been driving without a tail light, 
buddy?" demanded the policeman.

The driver jumped out, ran to the rear of his car, and 
gave a low moan.

His distress was so great that the cop was moved to ease 
up on him a bit.

"Aw, come now," he said, "you don't have to take it so 
hard.  It isn't that serious."

"It isn't?" cried the motorist.

"What happened to my boat and trailer?"