There are always some interesting classifieds and here some of my favorites I have collected over the years from the classified page… House to let. Furnished with period pieces from an unfortunate period.

Man wanted to work in dynamite factory. Must be willing to travel.

No matter what your topcoat is made of, this miracle spray will make it really repellent.

Our experienced Mom will care for your child. Fenced yard, meals and smacks included.

Save regularly in our bank. You’ll never regret it.

The fact that those we have served return once again, and recommended us to their friends, is a high endorsement of the service we render. Pelton Funeral Home.

Three-year-old school teacher needed for preschool. Experience preferred.

Tired of cleaning yourself? Let me do it.

Tombstone slightly used. Sell cheap. Well’s Curiosity Shop.

Wanted. Man to take care of cow that does not smoke or drink.

Wanted. Preparer of food. Must be dependable like the food business, and be willing to get hands dirty.

Widower with schoolage children requires person to assume general housekeeping duties. Must be capable of contributing to growth of family.

Widows made to order. Send us your specifications.

Joining nudist colony, must sell washer & dryer - $300.

– CC – And last of all my favorite story of the week… A teacher announced that to practice spelling, each member of the class would say what their father did for a living and then spell the occupation. Mary went first. “My dad is a baker, b-a-k-e-r, and if he were here, he would give everyone a cookie.”

Next came Tommy. “My dad is a banker, b-a-n-k-e-r, and if he were here, he’d give each of us a quarter.”

Third came Jimmy. “My dad is an electrician.” But after struggling through a number of attempts to spell the word, the teacher asked him to sit and think about it a moment while she called on someone else. She then turned to little Johnny.

“My dad is a bookie, b-o-o-k-i-e,” Johnny said. “And if he were here, he’d lay you 8-5 that Jimmy ain’t never gonna spell