The True Powers of the Government...

A U.S. Department of Water representative stopped at a ranch

and talked with an old rancher.

 

He told the rancher, "I need to inspect your ranch for your

water allocation."

 

The old rancher said, "Okay, but don't go in that field over

there."

 

The Water representative said, "Mister, I have the authority of

the Federal Government with me.

 

See this card? The card means I am allowed to go WHEREVER I WISH

on any agricultural land. No questions asked or answered. Have I made myself clear?

Do you understand?"

 

The old rancher nodded politely and went about his chores.

 

Later, the old rancher heard loud screams and saw the Water Rep

running for the fence and close behind was the rancher's bull.

 

The bull was gaining on the Water Rep with every step.

 

The Rep was clearly terrified, so the old rancher immediately

threw down his tools, ran to the fence and shouted out.....

 

"Your card! Your card! Show him your card!"

 

-Submitted by Elmer "Fudd"