Head-scratchers. Have you got a favourite?
The city in which I was born and grew up was between Toronto and Niagara Falls. The Niagara peninsula was nearby with many fruit and vegetable farms. Nowadays there are some famous vinyards there, like Inniskillin Wines Inc. which produces the best gold prize-winning ice wine in the world. Anyway, my city had a big open farmer's market. The local farmers would come early in the morning to set out their fruit and veggies. Unfortunately that market no longer exists, which deprives many people of the freshest produce.
Years ago my father was there one day and overheard a discussion between an elderly lady and a farmer. She asked the farmer how much his cucumbers were. The farmer told her they were 10 cents each, whereupon the woman said: "That's too dear. I can buy the same cucumbers at the supermarket over there for 2 for a quarter." The farmer replied: "Well, lady, if the supermarket can afford to lose money, so can I. You can have 2 for a quarter."
I saw this sign and it made me think of that story. Do you have any story or sign that would make you scratch your head, or just disbelievingly shake your head?
Here's another one:
My hometown.
I'll guess that either some really mundane comedians live there, or else there's no doubt what most of the local crop is. LOL
Sixpick, after you posted the "Me so corny" image, the only one of your postings that opened was the Church concealed weapons photo. I couldn't open any of the others.
Here is something I've observed about the change in pricing policy in the US . A couple of decades ago stores used to give a price discount for buying the large size of products . Eg : Motor oil by the gallon was cheaper than buying 4 quart-sized containers of the same oil . But that is no longer done . Now stores actually charge a premium to buy the large size . The farmer in the story was doing the same type of thing because the consumer didn't know simple arithmetic ... Inumeracy or laziness ?
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Buzz, Six, the photo are priceless.
Six, let's not go down that road.
Same thing with canned cat food where I shop. Individual cans are cheaper than if you buy the cardboard box with 24 cans in it. They think people will pay more for the convenience of not waiting to have the cashier ring up each can individually. I think those cashiers hate me .... I have 3 cats and I'm frugal.
Wow
From the POV of the manufacturer [not the cashier ] there is less packaging material per unit of product in larger sized containers . The gallon of motor oil uses less plastic . The Costco industrial sized can uses less steel per ounce than standard size small cans . That savings used to be passed on to the consumer .
I expect merchants discovered that there were a large number of consumers who just don't care about the savings . The real winners are the merchants .
I've seen the same kind of thing on cigarette prices.
4.90 a pack, 49.50 per carton of 10.
One of my favorite signs which I have seen at a couple of zoos (as a joke I think)
LOL, perfect Robert.
The best one yet Bad!! You are the King!
Oh man, that is priceless BF...
It's not a sign, but it makes me scratch my head...
<scratch, scratch>
Tradition ?
FUNNY sign!
I find head scratchers every day, but have to look twice, because usually I've mis-read them!
Actually, I was just reading, that Christie started this 'tradition'. The two previous govenors resigned, Whitman & McGreevey,they had acting govenor's. NJ amended the state constitution in 2006. Christie (Gov)& Gaudagno (Lt. Gov)were the first elected in 2009 since the change.
So NJ just elected Gaudagno, if Christie wins the White House.
Here's one of my favorites:
They wouldn't be meaning John Russell, would they? LOL
I wondered when someone would make the connection Buzz.
I think our brains automatically scramble the wierd signs to read correctly.
Classic Dowser.
Actually I doubt it . This practice has been done for many generations in US politics ... although that last part about automatically electing the Lt. Gov is a NJ addition .
Don't take my word for it. Look it up, "New Jersey Lt. Govenor". Previous to the change it was the president of the NJ senate. Which is probably what you meant.
I don't know what your subject is . Mine is running for a governorship [or senator] with the intention of leaving that office to run for president .
Mine was govenor Christie running for govenor and leaving office for president. You responded to it. Hope this helps with your confusion.
Your initial comment was about something that has been going on in US politics for generations :
I hope that helps in improving your inability to communicate ... Nothing can be done to help your ruining an article posted under "humor" to force it into a political bitch fest .
Bye bye
Come on Petey, cool out please. I'm pretty loose with the comments on my articles. Who knows, maybe he meant it as being humourous. Give him the benefit of the doubt.
I'll leave it to you Buzz or a Mod. If you find it offensive, etc., please remove it. It happened to be about politics, but not a bitch fest. Please accept my apologies regardless. I should have known better.
Likewise :
Yeah... Like the sign in Vanceburg, KY, across the street from the elementary school:
New and Used Furnichure.
It's an embarrassment!
Cute!!!
I guess that means just leave your car there and walk. LOL
I guess the only way we will ever know is to find out the wholesale price comparisons for large sizes and the same product in the smaller sizes . Steel cans would probably cost more than plastic ... but I can't say that either with certainty .
There may also be a factor for the merchant because he has to stock an extra size ...
Sorry buzz, it is music and graphics put to stupid state laws...
Thanks for the link, your previous comment appeared to me as just a blank.
As a wildland fire fighter supervisor - that is soooooooo friggin' funny - and true
Higher education at work.
They're not talking 'bout OUR John R are they?
Joke - purely intended as a joke.
Sign over a Gynecologist's Office:
"Dr. Jones, at your cervix."
**********************************************************
In a Podiatrist's office:
"Time wounds all heels."
***********************************************************
On a Septic Tank Truck in Oregon :
Yesterday's Meals on Wheels
**********************************************************
On another Septic Tank Truck:
"We're #1 in the #2 business"
**********************************************************
At a Proctologist's door:
"To expedite your visit please back in."
**********************************************************
On a Plumber's truck:
"We repair what your husband fixed."
**********************************************************
On another Plumber's truck:
"Don't sleep with a drip. Call your plumber.."
*********************************************************
On a Church's Billboard:
"7 days without God makes one weak."
*********************************************************
At a Tire Shop in Milwaukee:
"Invite us to your next blowout."
**********************************************************
On a Plastic Surgeon's Office door:
"Hello. Can we pick your nose?"
***********************************************************
At a Towing company:
"We don't charge an arm and a leg. We want tows."
************************************************************
On an Electrician's truck:
"Let us remove your shorts."
*************************************************************
In a Nonsmoking Area:
"If we see smoke, we will assume you are on fire and take appropriate action."
*************************************************************
On a Maternity Room door:
"Push. Push. Push."
*************************************************************
At an Optometrist's Office :
"If you don't see what you're looking for,
you've come to the right place."
************************************************************
On a Taxidermist's window:
"We really know our stuff."
*************************************************************
On a Fence:
"Salesmen welcome! Dog food is expensive!"
*************************************************************
At a Car Dealership:
"The best way to get back on your feet -
miss a car payment."
*************************************************************
Outside a Muffler Shop:
"No appointment necessary We hear you coming."
*************************************************************
In a Veterinarian's waiting room:
"Be back in 5 minutes. Sit! Stay!"
************************************************************
At the Electric Company :
"We would be delighted if you send in your payment.
However, if you don't, you will be."
***********************************************************
In a Restaurant window:
"Don't stand there and be hungry,
Come on in and get fed up."
***********************************************************
In the front yard of a Funeral Home :
"Drive carefully. We'll wait."
******************************************
At a Propane Filling Station ,
"Thank heaven for little grills."
************************************************************
And don't forget the sign at a Chicago Radiator Shop:
"Best place in town to take a leak
Wonderful thread. Really starts off my weekend on a light positive note.
Many thanks.
Enoch.
Yesterday's meals on wheels .... ewww.
Those are wonderful! But the sewer company one is the one that makes you think UGH.
Those were hilarious !
That one was subtle ...
It looks like such a welcoming place ...
I don't want to sit on the liberal side in that joint: no salt, no trans-fats, and only soft drinks in tiny cups.
I'll only enter, if you photoshop a neon beer light in the window. Something like this:
Belly up.
Here's another one:
My hometown.
I'll guess that either some really mundane comedians live there, or else there's no doubt what most of the local crop is. LOL
Sixpick, after you posted the "Me so corny" image, the only one of your postings that opened was the Church concealed weapons photo. I couldn't open any of the others.
Here is something I've observed about the change in pricing policy in the US . A couple of decades ago stores used to give a price discount for buying the large size of products . Eg : Motor oil by the gallon was cheaper than buying 4 quart-sized containers of the same oil . But that is no longer done . Now stores actually charge a premium to buy the large size . The farmer in the story was doing the same type of thing because the consumer didn't know simple arithmetic ... Inumeracy or laziness ?
To the top
Buzz, Six, the photo are priceless.
Six, let's not go down that road.
Same thing with canned cat food where I shop. Individual cans are cheaper than if you buy the cardboard box with 24 cans in it. They think people will pay more for the convenience of not waiting to have the cashier ring up each can individually. I think those cashiers hate me .... I have 3 cats and I'm frugal.
Wow
From the POV of the manufacturer [not the cashier ] there is less packaging material per unit of product in larger sized containers . The gallon of motor oil uses less plastic . The Costco industrial sized can uses less steel per ounce than standard size small cans . That savings used to be passed on to the consumer .
I expect merchants discovered that there were a large number of consumers who just don't care about the savings . The real winners are the merchants .
I've seen the same kind of thing on cigarette prices.
4.90 a pack, 49.50 per carton of 10.
One of my favorite signs which I have seen at a couple of zoos (as a joke I think)
LOL, perfect Robert.
The best one yet Bad!! You are the King!
Oh man, that is priceless BF...
It's not a sign, but it makes me scratch my head...
<scratch, scratch>
Tradition ?
FUNNY sign!
I find head scratchers every day, but have to look twice, because usually I've mis-read them!
Actually, I was just reading, that Christie started this 'tradition'. The two previous govenors resigned, Whitman & McGreevey,they had acting govenor's. NJ amended the state constitution in 2006. Christie (Gov)& Gaudagno (Lt. Gov)were the first elected in 2009 since the change.
So NJ just elected Gaudagno, if Christie wins the White House.
Here's one of my favorites:
They wouldn't be meaning John Russell, would they? LOL
I wondered when someone would make the connection Buzz.
I think our brains automatically scramble the wierd signs to read correctly.
Classic Dowser.
Actually I doubt it . This practice has been done for many generations in US politics ... although that last part about automatically electing the Lt. Gov is a NJ addition .
Don't take my word for it. Look it up, "New Jersey Lt. Govenor". Previous to the change it was the president of the NJ senate. Which is probably what you meant.
I don't know what your subject is . Mine is running for a governorship [or senator] with the intention of leaving that office to run for president .
Mine was govenor Christie running for govenor and leaving office for president. You responded to it. Hope this helps with your confusion.
Your initial comment was about something that has been going on in US politics for generations :
I hope that helps in improving your inability to communicate ... Nothing can be done to help your ruining an article posted under "humor" to force it into a political bitch fest .
Bye bye
Come on Petey, cool out please. I'm pretty loose with the comments on my articles. Who knows, maybe he meant it as being humourous. Give him the benefit of the doubt.
I'll leave it to you Buzz or a Mod. If you find it offensive, etc., please remove it. It happened to be about politics, but not a bitch fest. Please accept my apologies regardless. I should have known better.
Likewise :
Yeah... Like the sign in Vanceburg, KY, across the street from the elementary school:
New and Used Furnichure.
It's an embarrassment!
Cute!!!
I guess that means just leave your car there and walk. LOL
I guess the only way we will ever know is to find out the wholesale price comparisons for large sizes and the same product in the smaller sizes . Steel cans would probably cost more than plastic ... but I can't say that either with certainty .
There may also be a factor for the merchant because he has to stock an extra size ...
Sorry buzz, it is music and graphics put to stupid state laws...
Thanks for the link, your previous comment appeared to me as just a blank.
As a wildland fire fighter supervisor - that is soooooooo friggin' funny - and true
Higher education at work.
They're not talking 'bout OUR John R are they?
Joke - purely intended as a joke.
Sign over a Gynecologist's Office:
"Dr. Jones, at your cervix."
**********************************************************
In a Podiatrist's office:
"Time wounds all heels."
***********************************************************
On a Septic Tank Truck in Oregon :
Yesterday's Meals on Wheels
**********************************************************
On another Septic Tank Truck:
"We're #1 in the #2 business"
**********************************************************
At a Proctologist's door:
"To expedite your visit please back in."
**********************************************************
On a Plumber's truck:
"We repair what your husband fixed."
**********************************************************
On another Plumber's truck:
"Don't sleep with a drip. Call your plumber.."
*********************************************************
On a Church's Billboard:
"7 days without God makes one weak."
*********************************************************
At a Tire Shop in Milwaukee:
"Invite us to your next blowout."
**********************************************************
On a Plastic Surgeon's Office door:
"Hello. Can we pick your nose?"
***********************************************************
At a Towing company:
"We don't charge an arm and a leg. We want tows."
************************************************************
On an Electrician's truck:
"Let us remove your shorts."
*************************************************************
In a Nonsmoking Area:
"If we see smoke, we will assume you are on fire and take appropriate action."
*************************************************************
On a Maternity Room door:
"Push. Push. Push."
*************************************************************
At an Optometrist's Office :
"If you don't see what you're looking for,
you've come to the right place."
************************************************************
On a Taxidermist's window:
"We really know our stuff."
*************************************************************
On a Fence:
"Salesmen welcome! Dog food is expensive!"
*************************************************************
At a Car Dealership:
"The best way to get back on your feet -
miss a car payment."
*************************************************************
Outside a Muffler Shop:
"No appointment necessary We hear you coming."
*************************************************************
In a Veterinarian's waiting room:
"Be back in 5 minutes. Sit! Stay!"
************************************************************
At the Electric Company :
"We would be delighted if you send in your payment.
However, if you don't, you will be."
***********************************************************
In a Restaurant window:
"Don't stand there and be hungry,
Come on in and get fed up."
***********************************************************
In the front yard of a Funeral Home :
"Drive carefully. We'll wait."
******************************************
At a Propane Filling Station ,
"Thank heaven for little grills."
************************************************************
And don't forget the sign at a Chicago Radiator Shop:
"Best place in town to take a leak
Wonderful thread. Really starts off my weekend on a light positive note.
Many thanks.
Enoch.
Yesterday's meals on wheels .... ewww.
Those are wonderful! But the sewer company one is the one that makes you think UGH.
Those were hilarious !
That one was subtle ...
It looks like such a welcoming place ...
I don't want to sit on the liberal side in that joint: no salt, no trans-fats, and only soft drinks in tiny cups.
I'll only enter, if you photoshop a neon beer light in the window. Something like this:
Belly up.