Mistakes and miscommunication are everywhere. So don’t worry and enjoy these civilized imperfections around the world:
In a launderette: • Drop your pants here for best results. • Please remove your clothes when the light goes out. • We do not tear your clothing with machinery. We do it carefully by hand.
In a restaurant: • Special – Chicken $4.00, Beef $5.00, Children $3.00 • Best sandwish in town – Buy three free one. • Secret Recipe: Special today – no ice cream. • Our coffee leaves you nothing to hope for.
In a zoo: • Elephant please stay in your car. • Please do not feed the animals. If you have suitable food, give it to the guard on duty. • The river is inhabited by crocodiles. Swimming is prohibited. Survivors will be prosecuted.
In a hospital: • No children allowed in the maternity ward. • Specialist in women and other diseases.
In an airline ticket office: • We take your bags and send them in all directions.
In an office bulding: • Toilet out of order. Please use floor below.
In advertisement columns: • Wanted – man to take care of cow that does not smoke.
In a car rental centre: • Free pick-up and delivery. Try us once, and you’ll never go anywhere again.
In a jewellery shop: • Out of business. Thanks to our customers.
In a repair shop: • We can repair anything. (Please knock hard on the door – the bell doesn’t work.)
In a toy shop: • Doll: Laugh while you throw up.
In antique shop: • A desk suitable for lady with thick legs and large drawers.
In a swap shop: • We exchange anything – bicycles, washing machines, etc. Why not bring your wife along and get a wonderful bargain?
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