Thursday, April 15, 2010

On an extended break from scambaiting . . .

Obviously.

Work has been hectic for, oh . . . the past year and a half :(

I'm sure I'll return to the Usman Bello's of the world eventually. I hope so anyway.

Thursday, December 18, 2008

The Bello bait is still chugging along

Sorry I've been too lazy to post lately here, but this bait is still going on.  Updates can be found on this thread at 419eater.

Saturday, December 6, 2008

The forms are in





Dear Ernst,
 
This are the completed forms. I appreciate your effort, have a nice day and God bless. 
 
Regards,
Joy

Great job, Mrs. Bello!  Unfortunately, you forgot two pages.  Ernst has sent her a friendly reminder and I'll post the rest when I get them.

Credit goes to NN at eater for the forms :)

Thursday, December 4, 2008

What are the aim, meaning and goals of a wicker man? That's a good question.

Mrs. Bello really liked the creepy e-card Hank sent her for Christmas :)

Dear Hank,
 
I thank you very much for the  e-card you sent to me.
 
May your days be fullfilled.
 
Regards,
Joy

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Dear Mrs. Bello,

I'm glad you liked it.  I picked it because the cat looks like my own cat, although mine is a white persian, so it has longer hair.

I was wondering, how many twigs have you gathered?  You've had a few weeks, you should have plenty to start working on the wicker man by now.

Ciao,
Hank

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Dear Hank,
 
Thank you for the mail, Hank please i am still expecting the funds.
 
I promise you that as for the twig and the wicker man i will get it done. Please can you please explain better the aim and meaning and goals of the wicker man?
 
Please contact Mr. Blofield.
 
Regards,
Joy

Well Joy, normally a wicker man is used to burn Edward Woodward and/or Nicolas Cage alive in, but since I doubt you have either one of them available at the moment, I'll just have to make something up . . . eventually.  Meanwhile, Ernst is having to break the bad news about the forms to Mrs. Bello.  The bad news is that she has multiple pages of forms to fill out.

Dear Ernst,
 
Thank you for the mail. Please i will want to know if the form is completed and when are you sending the funds to me?
 
Regards,
Joy

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Dear Joy,

I think you misunderstood me.  The form is ready, but you will need to complete it before I can get Western Union to give me the proper MTCN numbers to give to you.

Because of the size of the payment (even when broken down in installments), you must first complete, scan and send back to me the following Western Union Security Validation forms.  Because we are a corporation, we must have the forms completed by you as proof that the money is not going to "advance fee" or "419" scams.  

Individuals sending money do not have to do this, but, as I said earlier, we are a corporation and any money sent by a corporation via Western Union in excess of $1,000 must have proof that the receiver is cleared by security.

I have attached the pages our legal department told me to send you.  That was the delay before, our legal department had to verify which forms were required.

Thank you for your patience and once I show legal these completed forms, the MTCN numbers should be on their way to you in no time.

Sincerely,
Ersnt

If/when the lad actually sends back the fake forms, I'll post them.  And yeah, I know Ernst's name is spelled wrong at the end.  Even super villains get tired ;)

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Why Ernst Stravo Blofield doesn't celebrate Thanksgiving

Dear Ernst,
 
How do you do? How was your thanksgiving? hope all is well if so splendid.
Hope to hear from you soon.
 
Regards,
Joy

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Dear Joy,

I am originally from Germany and grew up in Poland, so I do not celebrate Thanksgiving personally.

Your paperwork is almost complete.  Everyone is back at work at Globex now.

Sincerely,
Ernst

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Dear Ernst,
 
Thank you for your mail i will be expecting you. I thought you are from USA, but where do you reside in USA i mean your State? and how was live when you where growing up in Poland?
 
Hope to hear from you soon.
 
Regards,
Joy

Time to look up "Blofeld" on wikipedia again.

Dear Joy,

In answer to your question, I reside in New York but, since Globex is a multinational corporation, I travel between our various offices in New York, Geneva, Las Vegas, Tokyo and Berlin.

Growing up in Poland, I attended the University of Warsaw where I studied economics and political history.  I also spent some time at the Warsaw University of Technology studying engineering and radionics.  After that, I took a position at the Polish Ministry of Posts and Telegraphs, using my position to buy and sell stocks.  Then I was recruited by Mr. Scorpio to head the accounting department at Globex, where I still am.

Sincerely,
Ernst

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Merry Christmas from the creepy white cat

Dear Ernst, 

I am sorry i cant understand what you are saying but i wish you well but as for me i dont know what to say bye till when we hear from each other again. At least i know that i have excersise a lot of patient. Ernst sending money through western union from my own understanding does not take process like this but i dont know what is really going on over there is like there is some hanky panky somewhere. 

Send my regards to Hank till we meet again. 

Joy 

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Joy, 

I can assure there is no hanky panky. As an accountant, I must work by the rules of our company or risk termination. I have to fill out certain paperwork and get it approved before I send the money order. It is unfortunate that your payment is during the holiday time, but that is the situation. I can not just walk out of the office with over $20,000 without the proper paperwork. 

I am quite insulted by your tone frankly, but nonetheless, I hope you have a good Thanksgiving. 

Sincerely, 
Ernst 


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Dear Mrs. Bello, 
I just came into the office to do a quick check of my e-mail before heading out to the turkey farm and I see this e-mail from you! 

What is the meaning of this? Are you telling me that Ernst has still not sent you the payment? I'm so mad! There is not even anyone in the office to yell at because they are all on vacation! 

I have to go now and I won't be back until Monday, but I hope you can get this straightened out before then. I am very upset! This is not the mood I wanted to be in for Thanksgiving! 

-Hank


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All of a sudden, Mrs. Bello finds the spirit of the season.
Dear Hank, 
How do you do? How was your thanksgiving? hope all is well if so splendid. Thank you for the last mail you sent to me. 
Expecting to hear from you soon. 
Regards, 
Joy 

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Dear Mrs. Bello, 

My Thanksgiving was wonderful, thank you for asking. 

First, me and all the little Scorpios (I have three) went and picked out a turkey. Then Hank Jr. took it behind the woodshed and plucked it. Mrs. Scorpio baked three pies - pecan, peach and pumpkin. We also had rolls, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, stuffing, that gelatinous stuff - what's it called, oh yeah cranberry sauce (which looks like neither cranberries nor sauce, but Hank Jr. loves the stuff). We also had some vegetables, but I don't remember what they were because they weren't important. 

The next day, we all went out to Walmart to get some great deals, and barring a few unfortunate incidents, got some great gifts for the workers at Globex. I don't want to brag, but some people may need a bigger stocking this year. 

Oh, and the Globex Christmas tree is up in the lobby. The big tall guy who works in Mr. Stromberg's department got it on sale. 

Sincerely, 
Hank 

P.S. Has Ernst taken care of that thing for you yet? 


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Dear Hank, 
I wish you and your entire family a happy Christmas in advance. Send my regards to Hank Jr. and Mrs.Scorpio. 
Yours sincerely, 
Joy 


Well, the only response to that is to send an e-card - and since Hank is an evil super-villain, a white cat seemed the most appropriate.

Thursday, November 20, 2008

A Twig can be defined as any small, leafless branch of a woody plant


Dear Ernst, 

Please Mr. Ernst I am sorry with the spellings and the english. I mean you can send it bit by bit eg $9,000 Dollars twice and $3,420 once through western union money transfer. Please i will be glad to receive it that way and i appreciate your effort. 

Regards, 
Mrs. Joy Bello


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Dear Joy, 

I have been out sick for a few days with a horrible head cold. I was fine when I woke up Thursday morning, but by lunchtime I had a very sore throat and the cold progressed from there. 

Thank you for your explanation. I will gather the necessary forms and get back to you next week, right after I take my cat to the vet. 

Thank you, 
Ernst 


Meanwhile, Hank tries to explain to Joy about the whole "wicker man" ceremony he wants her to perform.

Dear Mrs. Bello, 
Here at Globex, we traditionally build a small wicker man and set him on fire for good luck. We call it a cleansing ceremony. 
I can send you instructions on how to build one if you would like. 
Sincerely, 
Hank 


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Dear Hank, 
I am interested. 
Mrs. Bello


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Dear Mrs. Bello, 
How are you? How is the twig gathering going. Let me know when you have a bunch and then I'll send you the schematics. 
How are things progressing with Mr. Blofield? 
Ciao, 
Hank 


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Dear Hank, 
A Twig can be defined as any small, leafless branch of a woody plant. 
I am very sorry for not written you all this while. As for the twig i have not organized any but i promise you i will do that soon. 
I am still waiting to hear from Mr. Blofield and I wish the payment will be made today. 

My Regards, 
Joy 


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Dear Mrs. Bello, 
Yes! Correct! That is indeed the definition of a twig. Now what you need to do is gather a lot of them. If you think you have too many, you don't. You will need a lot of twigs. 
I just ran into Ernst in the employee break room and he said he e-mailed you yesterday that he was preparing your forms. Did he not contact you yesterday? If not, I will give him a piece of my mind! 
Later, 
Hank


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Dear Hank,
 
How do you do? Mr. Hank Please from my own understanding the word WICKER MAN i will have to gather enough twigs to form an image or a statue of a person.
 
I am interested in the ceremony but please you will have to give me time to gather enough twigs and secondly please you know i will like you to also contact Mr. Blofield to send the funds to me.
 
Regards,
Mrs. Joy Bello

Unfortunately, the holidays are coming up, even at Globex!

Dear Ernst, 

How do you do? Please i am still waiting to hear from you. Please Ernst i am pressed can you tell me when the funds will get to me? 

I will be a happy person to receive this funds please Ernst. 

Regards, 
Joy 


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Dear Joy, 
Hello, I am fine. 
Regarding the funds, I am still working on the paperwork. Unfortunately, due to the holidays this time of year, a lot of Globex's employees are on vacation and that is causing the process to move more slowly that I would like. Also, our offices are closed next week due to Thanksgiving (Mr. Scorpio gives all of his employees the entire week off instead of just Thursday and Friday. He sure is a generous boss). 
I will try to move as quickly as possible to get the needed forms today. However, since Ms. Klebb is on vacation, they might not be ready until when we re-open, December 1st. 
Please be patient with me, I am working very hard on this. 
Sincerely, 
Ernst 

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Meet Globex's accountant


Dear Mrs. Bello, 

Well, I suppose those pictures will do. I'm disappointed that there is no banner in the running picture, but I'll try to convince Gov. Pillock that with the other pictures, it proves this was a charity run. 

Also, those pictures are quite blurry, did you take them yourself? I think your camera might be on the fritz. I think Mr. Drax will be able to clean up the pixels though. 

I will meet with Gov. Pillock Monday morning and get back to you. In the meantime, please work on the cleansing ceremony. 

Sincerely, 
Hank 

P.S. I had no idea you had such lovely beaches in Ghana. I love the dunes in the latest photos. It seems a perfect place to set up some hammocks. Perhaps you can purchase some once you receive the money. There is nothing better than a hammock! I should know, I frequent the Cypress Creek hammock district quite often. I can pick some up for you if you like. 

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Dear Hank, 

Thank you for assisting me. Please have you met with the Governor? 
Have a great day and Godbless the entire GLOBEX team. 

Regards, 
Mrs. Bello


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Dear Mrs. Bello, 

Good news. I did meet with the Governor late yesterday and everything is okay. 

I have forwarded the money to Globex's accounting department, headed by Mr. E. S. Blofield. Please contact him at
ebl0field.gl0bex@gmail.com with your payment information. 

I trust that you have begun to gather the necessary wicker for the ceremony. 

Sincerely, 
Hank 


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Dear Hank, 

I thank you once again. i will contact Mr. E. Blofield as soon as possible, reamain blessed. 

Regards, 
Mrs. Bello


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Dear Mrs. Bello, 

No problem. As I've said before, we at Globex are always happy to help. 

By the way, you did not answer my question about the wicker. Do you think you have gathered enough for the ceremony? 

Sincerely, 
Hank 


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Dear Mr. Blofield, 

My name is Mrs. Joy Bello the wife of late Barrister Mohammed Bello. 

Sir, Mr. Hank Scorpio directed me to contact you on behalf of the funds generated by GLOBEX from the 1st annual Barrister Mohammed Bello Globex memorial fun run. 

Which i hereby thank you and the entire GLOBEX team for assisting me. 

Regards, 
Mrs. Joy Bello 


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Dear Joy, 

Please call me Ernst. I am happy to hear from you. 

Of course Mr. Scorpio has told me all about you and your sad plight. Might I extend my sympathies as well? 

I heard about the fun run. Unfortunately, I was not able to participate because of my bad eye. 

Mr. Scorpio has handed over to me the sum of $21,492 in U.S. Dollars. I will need from you your preferred method of payment. Once I receive that, I will gather the necessary international monetary transfer forms. 

Sincerely, 
Ernst 


Yeah, I know I spelled "Blofeld" wrong.  Blofield can be his cousin who went into accountancy instead of super villainy.

Sunday, November 9, 2008

Three very disappointing pictures





Hello Hank,
 
What is the matter now. try and help this woman if you really want to.
 
Frank.

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Frankie,

I am trying to help, but you are not helping me by interfering.  Let me help this woman, Frank.  Please stop trying to help by interfering, because you are not helping.

Sincerely,
Hank

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Dear Hank,

This is the picture (first picture above), please i will like you to keep your promise.

Thanks,

Mrs. Bello


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Dear Mrs. Bello,

Do you think you could send me a larger version of the picture?  I can barely make out who is running.  I hope it is the some of the same people as in the first picture you sent me.  We notice those kind of things at Globex.

Attention to detail, that's the only way.

Sincerely,
Hank

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Dear Hank,

Please i dont understand you . This is the pics it was taken from a far distance.

Mrs. Bello


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Dear Mrs. Bello,

I am beginning to get frustrated.  What is so hard to understand?  That picture is from too far away.  It could be from anywhere.  For all I know, it was grabbed off the internet.  It will not pass muster.  What did the photographer do, take it from a mountain or something?

I have to go out of town for the weekend and when I get back on Sunday, I expect to see some pictures of people actually running where I can see their faces.  Better yet, have some people running while holding the Globex banner.  That will be sufficient.

Sincerely,
Hank

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Hank,

This is another pictures (pictures 2 and 3)

Regards,
Bello


Ghana has lovely dune beaches, don't you think?  And I guess people just naturally look like JC Penny catalogue models when they're out running in Ghana.

Don't make me get out the Doomsday device!



Dear Mrs. Bello,

Apologies for not writing to you sooner, but I was in Gstaad.  The powder is lovely this time of year.

Yes, I received the picture.  I am quite happy to see that you figured out how to repair your scanner on your own, as Mr. Drax said he tried to call you several times and could not get through.

The picture . . . well, it does not seem to be anyone running in the picture.  Gov. Pillock likes action shots.  Could you perhaps stage a few more pictures of your participates as they run?  That would be great!

Auf Wiedersehen,
Hank

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Dear Hank,
 
You only told me to orgainse my neighbors for the fun run, and you did not tell me about any action picture Sir if you dont want to help me please let me know because i cant orgainze anything again.
 
regards
Mrs Bello

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Dear Mrs. Bello,

Of course I want to help you.  I wouldn't have put on the fun run if I didn't want to help you.

I assumed that you would follow the same format as the pictures I sent you of our fun run.  That is why I expected an action shot.  Please take a look at the Globex fun run and try to emulate those pictures.  Please hurry, because this must be done before tax season.

Sincerely,
Hank

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Dear Hank,

Mr. Hank with due respect I will like to know if you can assist me or not? Mr. Hank it is taking you ages to help me, you are given me conditions which you know i cant abide to, organizing another fun run cannot be possible again the Almighty God knows that i have done my possible best. 

You initiated this fun run and i told you from the unset that it cant be possible here in Africa but you insisted. Please once again i will want to know if you are ready to assist me or not?

Please let me know as soon as possible.

Nice meeting you bye. 

Regards,
Mrs. Bello


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Dear Mrs. Bello,

Please see my reply to your previous e-mail that you sent today.

Frankly, I'm a little disturbed by your tone.  I know things are tough for you, but we here at Globex have taken on a huge undertaking in trying to help you.  International transactions such as ours take time.  We are working as quickly as we can to get the funds released, but we also need cooperation from your end as well.  I appreciate that you are in a difficult situation, but Globex is trying to help you.

We have major work projects that have to be completed as well as helping you and your family.  Why, just this morning Mr. Grant came into my office in a panic because he had not gotten his lektor yet.  I had to calm him down and now I get these two e-mails from you, after all I have done to try to help you and the thousands of dollars I have raised.  All I ask from you is just a little more cooperation in order for you to get your money for your family.

Sincerely,
Hank

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Dear Hank,
 
Ok that is great but i will need your help, please can you send me $1,000 Dollars for logistics so that i can organize the fun run and have a good photo shots.
 
Thanks,
 
Yours faithfully,
Mrs. Belleo
 
 
NOTE:
Please i am sorry for the way i sound in my previous mail. 

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Dear Mrs. Bello,

The problem is, Globex needs to prove the collection of these funds are for the purpose they were collected. If Globex can't prove it was for a charity event for Barrister Bello, then the funds will be seized by the IRS and I could be up for fraud charges.

I can not get any of the funds released now until the proper pictures are submitted.  Pictures of people actually running.  Action shots.  I showed the banner picture to Gov. Pillock and he said it was not "proof" as far as he was concerned that a charity run actually took place.

Sincerely,
Hank

Friday, October 31, 2008

Um, I don't see any "running" in that photo



They do get points for Globex being in all caps though ;)

Dear Mrs. Bello,

Have you been able to repair your scanner?

I guess not, since I have not heard from you.  Not to worry.  I'm going to give your telephone number to our computer repair guy here at Globex, Hugo Drax.  He said it was better that he call you and talk you through the repair process than to e-mail you.

Sincerely,
Hank

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Dear Hank,
 
How do you do? I am sorry for the delay, this is the picture and thank you once again for helping me. Hope to hear from you soon, have a nice day and Godbless.
 
Regards,
Mrs. Bello

Monday, October 27, 2008

A fun run is worthless without pictures

Mrs. Bello has a sudden change of heart and decides to do the fun run after all.

Dear Hank,
 
Thank you for the mail, i have decided to organize the fun run tommorrow Sunday to be pricise immediately after the church service by 12 noon. I will keep you updated.
 
Have a nice weekend and God bless.
 
Regards,
Mrs. Bello 

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Dear Mrs. Bello,

Awesome!  This is great news!

Be sure to take lots of pictures.

Sincerely,
Hank

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Dear Hank,
 
Thank you for the mail, the fun run was a nice one i  only raised $420 US dollars. as for the pics i am having problem with my scaner.
 
Thanks,
 
Mrs. Bello

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Dear Mrs. Bello,

That is okay regarding the amount.  Every little bit helps, you know?

As for the pictures, I do need those as soon as possible.  Gov. Pillock insisted on pictures and banners to promote the event.  As you saw in the run Globex held, we had really big banners.  I hope you took pictures of your banners too.

Of course, I also need your pictures for the IRS to show that all the collected funds are for charity and that this doesn't cause any tax issues.

Sincerely,
Hank

Problems with the scanner?  Hey, that's my line ;)  Anyway, Frank is back.  I guess he got tired of writing as Mrs. Bello.

Hankster,
 
How are you ? hope all is well if so splendid. it as been a long time i heard from you hope know problem.
 
Regards,
 
Frank

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Frankster,

No things are going well.  Did you know that Mrs. Bello organized her own fun run?

What a great woman, that woman!  I'll forward her pictures to you once I get them.  Boy, this fun run event has really taken off.  Even the Governor is backing it.  

Yes!,
Hank

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Hello Hank,

How are you? nice to read your mail and its great to hear that Mrs Bello could get the Fun Run going. So how are you doing to help her now that she has done the fun run? Try and send the money to her so that she can help her kids and her self.

Thanks for your support and God bless.

Frank.


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Frankie,

Not to worry.  Gov. Pillock said he would release the funds as soon as we get her pictures from the fun run for promotional purposes.  We kind of need them as proof that this was an international effort so IRS doesn't get on our tail.  Stupid government rules!

It should be really soon, she just has to get her scanner fixed.  Perhaps you could go over and help her.  I'd love to, but I can't get to Ghana this week.  I could always have Mr. Drax from our IT department e-mail her with some tips if necessary - although Globex's IT department leaves something to be desire, to be perfectly honest.  But still, it can't hurt!

Ta,
Hank

Friday, October 24, 2008

Some dreams may vary from those of Globex Corporation, its subsidiaries and shareholders.

Dear Mr.Hank,

Thank you for your mail, Once again i don't think that organizing the fun run can be possible,  and if that will stop you from assisting me and my family no problem.

The Almighty God will provide.

Mrs. Bello

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Dear Mrs. Bello,

Perhaps one of your neighbors could help with the fun run?

Here at Globex, we're all about helping neighbors, as I'm sure you've realized by now.  Cypress Creek is full of neighborly neighbors.  People who help dreams come true for other people - although some dreams may vary from those of Globex Corporation, its subsidiaries and shareholders.

This is just an alternative suggestion.  Gov. Pillock also promised he would match whatever you raise.  Or send you money even if you don't raise anything.  To be honest, Gov. Pillock just likes the idea of an international fun run and has gobbed his smarmy political hands onto Globex's success.  Anyway, he just wants pictures of a Globex Fun Run in Ghana.  I really shouldn't be telling you this, but I want to be honest with you and help you.  And I need Gov. Pillock to stay friendly towards Globex in the halls of politics, if you know what I mean.

Sincerely,
Hank

Anyway, I'm sure your neighbors would love to do something to help you and your family in your time of need.  

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Chickens!



Dear Mrs. Bello,

First of all, you are most welcome.  I offer my sincere condolences for you loss.

You will be happy to know that we have raised $18,000 to date.  

One of my employees, Max Zoren, sent me a few more pictures of the fun run.  Max writes:

"Mr.Scorpio - Here are some pictures from the fun run. I apologise for the blurriness of them. I took them with my camera phone while I was jogging. I knew you wanted a few pictures of the giant Cocks... Ya know, the Roosters (our team Bucketball mascot) - I do wish we'd organised a professional photographer for the event. Would you ask Mrs. Bello if it's okay if we use these for our Globex weekly newsletter?
- Max Zoren, IT Deparment"

Mrs. Bello, as you may have read in the article, Gov. Pillock is very interested in making this a state level event.  I will keep you advised about any further action for this fundraiser.  He also suggested holding something like this in Ghana as well, as friends and family of your husband may like to participate in this effort.

Sincerely,
Hank Scorpio 

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Dear Mrs. Bello, 

As a follow up to my last e-mail, I wanted to tell you I am so happy you love what we're doing here. Our fun run on the weekend collected over $9,000 (US) for you and your family. My people and the local media have really attached themselves to this little cause of ours. Also you may have noticed that in the newspaper that I said I would personally match any amount raised, so I have. I added another $9,000 from my account into your charity fund. I have had my account prime create a new account here at Globex. This account will remain open for donations for the next month or so. 

Anyway, just now while in the shower I was thinking of you. I'd just lathered up the old fella when I had a brilliant idea. How would you like to make more money for your family?? I called the office and ran this idea past my media team and they loved it. 

We've decided that you need to have your own fun run!!! Any money you raise from the run, I will match it and then double it!!! I could really use the publicity and you and your family could get quick a good fund started here. I will need for you to organise say 50 of your friends and family to do a fun run like we did. You run say 10kms with everyone and collect for your charity. Listen to me carefully. If you raise say $5000, I will match it and double it! Plus the other money I've raised here. After you've done your fun run, we'll total the money and I'll send it to you of course. Let me know what you think! It should be very easy on your end. You will just need to organize a day where the local community can come out and just enjoy the walk and raise money. You will have to tell me how much you raise. If you have any questions, please email me back. I want to get started on this before the idea gets stale and the money we've raised get collected by the tax department. I'm so excited about this. As soon as you've completed your fun run I will send you all the money I've collected. This is such a good idea! Let's do it! 

Hope to hear from you soon, 
Hank 


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Dear Mr. Hank,
 
I thank you very much for your kindness towards my late husband and his entire family. I am pleased with your effort and the love you have showned to us the entire family members of late Barrister Mohammed Bello.
 
I wiil want you to understand that i am mourning the death of my husband for now, i dont think i can organize the fun run now because in Africa things dont work out that way.
 
Mr.Hank i will be very greatful if you can please send the money you have raised so far, Although it is a good advice to organize a fun run in Accra Ghana, i promise you the fun run will be orgainze later but not now.
 
Have a great day and God bless you.
hope to hear from you soon.
 
Truly yours,
Mrs. Bello 

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Dear Mrs. Bello,

I understand your grief and I would not press you to organize the fun run at this time, however there is the issue of taxes that I mentioned in my previous e-mail.

The longer Globex has to hold charity funds the more we are taxed at the end of our fiscal quarter.  Also, the IRS has unfortunately been keeping a close eye on Globex for "irregularities", although we have done nothing technically illegal in our financial department.  I just wouldn't want the money we raised for you to be frozen along with the rest of Globex's cash assets in case of an unannounced audit.  This is why I feel you should organize the event as soon as possible.

Gov. Pillock said some state funds may be in the pipeline as well if the run in Ghana is able to be carried off.

I say a prayer for you every night, Mrs. Bello.

Yours in spirit,
Hank

Thanks again to NN for the pictures and the second e-mail, which he wrote.