The New Roof

The New Roof is a magazine story.

Plot
Thomas always likes to stop and talk to Trevor when he passes the orchard. Trevor is always pleased to hear about what goes on in other parts of the island. One morning, Thomas makes a stop at the orchard where a freshly polished Trevor has a sign on his funnel reading "One Penny a Ride". Thomas asks Trevor if there is a fête today. Trevor explains that he is giving rides to raise money for a new church roof. Jem Cole explains that some of the timbers are rotten and must be replaced as soon as possible.

Throughout the day, Thomas tried to think of ways he could help Trevor. As he works, Thomas sees many old wheels and other metal parts lying around as well as stacks of rusted rails. Thomas informs The Fat Controller about this and he goes off to make a phone call.

It is soon arranged for the scrapyard to buy all of the old metal objects belonging to the railway, which Thomas transports to the scrapyard. The Fat Controller is very pleased with Thomas' idea and, that evening, presents the Vicar with the cheque from the sale of the metal. The Vicar proudly exclaims he now has enough money to fix the church roof. Thomas feels very proud.

Characters

 * Thomas
 * Trevor
 * Sir Topham Hatt
 * The Vicar of Wellsworth
 * Jem Cole
 * Edward
 * Henry
 * Gordon
 * James