Saint Peter was manning the Pearly Gates when forty people from New York City showed up. Never having seen anyone from the Big Apple at heaven's door Saint Peter said he would have to check with God. After hearing the news God instructed him to admit the ten most virtuous people from the group. A few minutes later Saint Peter returned to God breathless and said ""They're gone!"" ""What? All of the New Yorkers are gone?"" asked God. ""No!"" replied Saint Peter. ""The Pearly Gates!""