My trash can doesn't work

How do I remove the 1300 items clogging my trash can?   I have an intel based iMac running OS X 10.9.

Assuming the usual "Empty Trash..." is not working, try holding an option key while selecting it.
If that does not work write back for additional suggestions.

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