Anchor: A person is talking to a newspaper salesman.
Entailed: salesman works for the newspaper
Contradiction: the newspaper salesman did not see any one all day
Contradiction: This sign of weakness caused delight in reactionary factions.
Contradiction: It is not likely you will run against him since you do not know where to look for him.  
Contradiction: There is not a single person walking in the city.
Contradiction: Yes, a small amount.