There might be some blogspot pages with funny locksmith stories that involve locksmiths having to deal with old, rusty locks that seem impossible to open at first. But then they use their tricks and get it open in a really unexpected way.
I'm not sure specifically which blogspot has funny locksmith stories. You could try using a search engine and typing in that exact phrase. It might lead you to some interesting blogs where locksmiths share their comical experiences, like when they accidentally locked themselves out while on a job or had to deal with a really strange key situation.
A locksmith received a call from a young couple who locked themselves out of their new apartment. When he arrived, they were arguing about who lost the key. As he was working on the lock, they continued bickering. But when he finally opened the door, they suddenly stopped and started laughing at how silly they were acting. It was a funny moment of realization.
I know a story where a locksmith was called to a hotel room. The guest inside was drunk and thought the locksmith was a burglar. He started shouting and throwing things at the door. When the locksmith finally managed to open the door, the guest apologized sheepishly. It was really funny to see the change in his attitude.
Another is locksmiths who are not properly trained. They might damage your property while trying to fix the lock. For example, they could scratch the door or break the surrounding frame. This not only causes additional costs for repairs but also leaves you with an eyesore on your property. And sometimes, they might claim that they can't fix the lock and just leave you in a lurch without really trying all the possible solutions.
I heard of a case where a locksmith was called for an emergency lockout at night. He took forever to arrive. When he finally did, he overcharged the customer by a huge amount, claiming it was a 'nighttime emergency fee' that was not previously disclosed. The customer felt completely ripped off.
Sure. In certain historical fiction works, locksmiths can be part of the story. They might be creating intricate locks for castles or mansions, and their work could be tied to the plot in terms of security, secrecy, or even as a means of showing the technological level of that era. A locksmith's character can add an interesting dimension to the fictional world.
A locksmith can be a key (no pun intended) helper. For example, they can open a locked door that the hero needs to pass through to reach the villain or save someone. They can also be a source of information, like if they know who has commissioned a special lock in the story.
I wasn't sure which book or magazine 'Boys and Girls' was referring to. If I can provide more information, I will try my best to answer your questions.
The stories in it probably have characters doing silly things. Such as a child trying to fit into a toy box because they thought it was a magic box that could take them to a new world. They are full of these kinds of comical and naive actions that make people laugh.