Late in the last century, the Stocking Gang were notorious
cattle rustlers in the Chimney Hill area near Austin. These
Ne’er-do-wells were the bane of the more staid ranchers
living in the area. For many years, they did their deeds
with impunity. Finally, they were captured near their home
and subjected to the rough version of frontier justice.

What was their fate?

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As they grew older, the Stocking sisters grew increasingly
unhappy with their lot in life. Men had much more fun and
clearly were the superior sex. They tried to arrange for an
operation to make the necessary changes, but, found it very
difficult to find a competant physician who would do it on
an outpatient basis. Finally they were able to make contact
with a reliable reconstructive urologist who was willing to
do the surgery at home in front of the fireplace.

What was the outcome?

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Bill and Mary Stocking had four children, Andy, Nora, Susie,
and Sylvia, and a poodle named Care. It was their tradition
to hang their Christmas socks, on the mantel in hopes that
Santa would put something in them. Even their dog had a sock,
which was a little replica of himself.

What happened on Christmas Eve?

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The Stockings were hung by the chimney with care.

I told you it was a groaner.