How not to write an ad!

Here are a few examples of how not to write an ad.

For sale: an antique desk suitable for lady with thick legs and large drawers.

If you think you've seen everything in Paris, visit the Père Lachasis Cemetery. It boasts such immortals as Moliere, Chopin and Jean de la Fontain.

Used Cars: Why go elsewhere to be cheated? Come here first!

For sale: a quilted high chair that can be made into a table, potty chair, rocking horse, refrigerator, spring coat, size 8 and fur collar.

Semi-Annual after-Christmas Sale

And now, the Superstore - unequalled in size, unmatched in variety, unrivalled inconvenience.

Modular Sofas. Only $299. For rest or fore play.