Humor in advertising products and services

Humor in advertising in the electronic as well as the written media is not only funny, but very effective in catching the interest of the consumer.

Following are some very funny ads.

• We do not tear clothing with machinery - we do it carefully by hand
• Get rid of aunts - 'Zap' does the job in 24 hours
• Stock up and save - limit one
• Illiterate? Write today for free help!
• Man, honest. Will take anything
• Wanted man to take care of cow that does not smoke
• Used tombstone. Perfect for someone named Ebenezer Humperdinck -One only, phone........
• Auto repair service. Free pick-up and delivery. Try us once, you'll never go anywhere again
• Dog for sale - eats anything and is fond of children
• Mixing bowl set designed to please a cook with round bottom for efficient beating
• Amana washer $100 owned by clean bachelor who seldom washed
• Our experienced mom will care for your child. Fenced yard, meals and smacks included
• Now is the chance to have your ears pierced and get an extra pair to take home too
• Have Viagra. Need woman between 18 and 80 - P.0. Box 2008
• Man wanted to work in dynamite factory - must be willing to travel
• Tired of cleaning yourself? Let me do it!
• Semi-annual Christmas Sale
• 3 year old teacher needed for pre-school - experience preferred
• Vacation Special. Have your home exterminated

Girl wanted to assist magician in cutting-off-head illusion. Blue Cross and salary

• Used cars. Why go elsewhere to get cheated - come here first!
• For Sale: antique desk - suitable for lady with thick legs and large drawers
• For Sale - 3 canaries of undermined sex
• Great dames for sale
• Free puppies - 1/2 Cocker Spaniel - 1/2 sneaky neighbor's dog
• Dinner special - turkey $ 6.95 - Chicken or beef $ 7.95 - children $ 2.00