The Special Delivery (magazine story)

The Special Delivery is a magazine story.

Plot
Thomas is pulling the post train one morning when he decides to have a quick talk to Trevor at the orchard. Thomas brings up how the post train has had much more letters on board. Trevor sadly states that he has not been as busy as Thomas is and how the next fête is not until next month. Thomas unfortunately has to get on with his work and is unable to keep Trevor company. As he works, Thomas tries to think of a way to cheer his friend up.

Thomas soon gets an idea, and his driver contacts the Wellsworth school. When Thomas next sees Trevor, Trevor disappointedly wonders if Thomas is too busy to chat. Thomas says he is but cheerfully states he will have the post train again tomorrow.

Bright and early the next day, Thomas' driver tells him the plan has worked well. Once Thomas reaches the orchard, his driver steps down and fetches a large sack of letters. Trevor wonders who they are for and gets a big surprise when Thomas says they are all for him. Thomas states that the letters come from the schoolchildren who all wrote about how much they can not wait to ride him at next month's fête. Trevor is delighted to know he has so many friends and declares Thomas is his best friend due to his kindness.

Characters

 * Thomas
 * Trevor
 * Annie and Clarabel
 * Jem Cole

Goofs

 * The orchard is said to be on Thomas' branch line.