1. But then, in the spring of 1949…the powers that be decided: 2. The roof of the license-plate factory needs resurfacing. 3. I need a dozen volunteers for a week's work. 4. As you know...special detail carries with it special privileges. 5. It was outdoor detail... 6. And May is one damned fine month to be working outdoors. 7. Stay in line there. 8. More than 100 men volunteered for the job. 9. Wallace E. Unger, Ellis Redding. 10. Wouldn't you know it? 11. Me and some fellows I know were among the names has called. 12. Andy Dufresne.