Murphy Express

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At Murphy Express, something odd started happening after midnight deliveries. A regular noticed that every time a certain delivery driver left, the gas pump clicked exactly three times faster than usual. Nobody else seemed to notice—or cared enough to mention it. Soon enough, word spread around town. People began arriving late at night just to watch the pumps. One neighbor even claimed he saw sparks flying from them when they clicked. But nothing ever happened—just those three extra clicks each time. Finally, one morning, the owner found an old note stuck under the counter: ‘Dear Murphy, thanks for the free speed boost!’

2. At Murphy Express, something odd began appearing on gas pumps late at night. A delivery driver noticed strange numbers flashing briefly before settling into the correct price. Soon enough, customers started noticing these mysterious flashes too. One morning, a regular asked the attendant, ‘Hey, why does our gas always cost exactly $3.14?’ The attendant shrugged and replied, ‘Must be Murphy’s way of saying “pi is in the pump”!’

3. At Murphy Express, one morning a little boy pointed excitedly and asked his mom, ‘Mommy, why is the gas pump talking?’ The mother smiled and explained gently, 'Honey, it's not really talking—it's just playing music while it pumps your gas.' The boy nodded thoughtfully, then turned back with a twinkle in his eye, 'So, Mom, does that mean if I sing along, I'll get free gas?'

4. At Murphy Express, one day a small dog ran into the station, barking frantically at the gas pumps. The clerk watched curiously as the animal seemed to be pointing towards an empty nozzle. The curious clerk bent down and saw that the nozzle was indeed stuck, not letting any gas out. A delivery driver passing by laughed, saying, ‘Must’ve been Murphy’s way of telling you there’s nothing to pump!’ Everyone had a good chuckle, and the little dog trotted off happily.