Taking His Place

An attorney telephoned the governor just after midnight, insisting that he talk to him regarding a matter of utmost urgency. An aide eventually agreed to wake up the governor.

- So, what is it? - grumbled the governor.

- Judge Garber has just died - said the attorney, and I want to take his place.

The governor replied:

- Well, it's OK with me if it's OK with the undertaker.