Odd Classifieds

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1. "Wanted: Experienced gandy dancer. Must be hardworking and nimble. Apply in person to M. Pritchett, 84 Main Street". In what field should all applicants have experience? highrise construction whaling railroad construction theater

2. "For sale: all equipment for apiary business. Hardly used. Only $25. Call Bud at KL5-1234". So what kind of businessperson might respond to this sweet deal? bird keeper master gardener baker beekeeper

3. "Location, location, location - a little house on the prairie. Access to water and good land for agrowin'. Call Acme Real Estate for your personal tour". Who are the sellers of this well-known piece of real estate? the Waltons the Wilders the Ingalls the Cartwrights

4. "Lost: short-haired cat with brown points and blue eyes. $250 reward. Call Greta at 555-0012". What kind of cat should you be on the lookout for? Persian Maine Coon cat Sphinx Siamese

5. "'56 Corvette, mint condition, two-tone convertible. Highway miles, always garaged. Call Marty Milner at 555-3098, lv. message". So, why might this man own this vintage ride? designed the Corvette won it on a bet it's a fake drove it on TV

6. "'02 Sportster, pearl red, lots of chrome, and spare parts. Owned by local dealer. Can be seen at Bob's Cycles. Ask for Bob". What kind of dealership does Bob own? Harley-Davidson Buell Honda Indian

7. "For sale: Kenmore washer/dryer, perfect for large family. Moving, must sell. Make an offer. Call Madge at 555-3390". Who sells Kenmore appliances, besides Madge? Macy's GE Sears Wal-Mart

8. "For Sale: signed first edition of "Arrowsmith", excellent condition with inscription. $2000 obo. Can be seen at Martin's Book Bin, M-F". So whose signature would you find on the inside cover? Ambrose Bierce F. Scott Fitzgerald Sinclair Lewis Edna Ferber

9. "For Sale: 1 John Deere manure spreader. Well-maintained and barned during the off season. Hardly any rust. Ask Maudie to hook you up with Caleb or dial 74." Not counting the rust, what colors would you expect this manure spreader to display? yellow and blue mauve and a nice taupe red and white green and yellow

10. "Help Wanted: experienced cruciverbalist to begin immediately. Contact 'The New York Times', Box 60x60, NY, NY". Looking for a different job? What expertise would you need to land this gig? proof reading crossword construction editorial writing page layout