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A conversation with a milkman |
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| This concerns a conversation with a traditional 'milkman', about arranging home delivery of milk or yogurt. The term gu:r also means 'milkman'. The use of bottled milk is still restricted to a few areas in Srinagar and some nearby towns. A brief discussion on prices etc. is also included. |
Ashok: How much is a kilo of milk? 
Milkman: Two rupees, sir. 
Ashok: Milk or yogurt? 
Milkman: Yes, milk and yogurt both sell for two rupees a kilo. 
Ashok: What price is the cheese? 
Milkman: Five rupees a kilo. 
Ashok: Do you have home delivery of milk? 
Milkman: Yes, every morning. Where do you live? 
Ashok: In the white house, right here near the bend. 
Milkman: We'll deliver it for you. How much do you want? 
Ashok: One kilo of milk and one kilo of yogurt. 
Milkman: Very well, sir. 
Ashok: Do you want a deposit? 
Milkman: No, we shall keep a monthly account and send you the bill each month. 
Ashok: Fine, thank you. |
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