Refreshments

Refreshments is a magazine story.

Plot
The Fat Controller is always looking for new ways to improve the passenger service on his railway. One day, he overhears two ladies mention they are thirsty and would love a cup of tea. This gives The Fat Controller the idea to open up a refreshment stand at the main station. He soon makes telephone calls that will lead to one of the waiting rooms becoming a refreshment stand. Lady Hatt also visits Mrs. Kyndley and asks if she would be interested in being a server. Mrs. Kyndley is delighted at the idea!

Once the waiting room is converted, Thomas is tasked with bringing tables and food so everything can be ready for the grand opening. Thomas is very proud to be helping out but as soon as he is fully loaded, there is a problem. Thomas has been so busy that he forgot to fill up with coal!

The Fat Controller immediately arranges for a load of coal to be delivered and soon Thomas is steaming away again. The refreshment stand becomes a great success and The Fat Controller is very proud.

Characters

 * Sir Topham Hatt
 * Thomas
 * Lady Hatt
 * Mrs. Kyndley
 * Gordon
 * Annie

Goofs

 * Mrs. Kyndley's name is misspelled throughout the story.
 * Thomas is said to be pulling trucks but Annie is pictured.