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The Museum of Hoaxes is dedicated to promoting knowledge about hoaxes. (Click here for opening hours, etc.) On our blog we post about dubious- sounding claims, and whatever else strikes our fancy. The site is also home to the Hoaxipedia (the museum's online encyclopedia of hoaxes), the Hoax Forum, and the Top 100 April Fools' Day Hoaxes.
The museum was created in 1997 by Alex Boese. He's assisted by a staff of deputy curators and docents. Alex is the author of three books, most recently Elephants on Acid: And Other Bizarre Experiments (which has nothing to do with hoaxes). Check out the list of the Top 20 Most Bizarre Experiments of All Time for a preview.
The Museum of Hoaxes is dedicated to promoting knowledge about hoaxes. (Click here for opening hours, etc.) On our blog we post about dubious- sounding claims, and whatever else strikes our fancy. The site is also home to the Hoaxipedia (the museum's online encyclopedia of hoaxes), the Hoax Forum, and the Top 100 April Fools' Day Hoaxes.
The museum was created in 1997 by Alex Boese. He's assisted by a staff of deputy curators and docents. Alex is the author of three books, most recently Elephants on Acid: And Other Bizarre Experiments (which has nothing to do with hoaxes). Check out the list of the Top 20 Most Bizarre Experiments of All Time for a preview.Prankplace.com
REMOTE CONTROL FART MACHINEThe Brand New Fart Machine has “BoomBox” Technology, which allows more vibrant, natural sounding farts. Simply hide the little speaker, then from up to 100 feet away, press the included remote, and the hidden speaker lets out one of 15 disgusting fart sounds. Place under your co-workers desk, and let the laughter begin.
THE TOILET MONSTERYour wife will never yell at you about leaving the seat up again! The Toilet Monster attaches to the inside of the toilet bowl by suction cups. As the unsuspecting person goes to use the bathroom, they'll scream as they lift the lid and are greeted by the Toilet Monster! Not recommended for the elderly or those with a weak heart.
Deceptive Sign
Status: False advertising
I saw the following deceptive sign blogged about on LAist:
It seems to advertise a dozen roses for $4, but on closer inspection it's actually advertising a dozen roses for $10. A classic bait and switch scam.
I wrote about some similar advertising scams in Hippo Eats Dwarf
. My favorites were the Cleveland Finance Loan Company which enticed those seeking a loan with this offer: "Pay nothing til first payment."Dunkin Donuts offered: "Free 3 muffins when you buy 3 at the regular 1/2 dozen prize."
And a car dealership boasted: "The price you see is half the price you pay!" Think about it. It means everything on the lot was going for double the sticker price.
Listed in chronological order. Newest comments at the end.
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Looks like something you would read about at:
http://www.mouseprint.org/
Posted by Captain Al in Alberta, Canada on Mon Sep 10, 2007 at 10:44 AMhttp://www.mouseprint.org/
I wouldn't want to work behind the counter at that florist. I'll bet they have arguments with customers every five minutes all day long.
Posted by Cranky Media Guy on Mon Sep 10, 2007 at 05:42 PMYeah, that's going to result in some rather upset folks, and possibly a lawsuit or three...
Posted by Robin Bobcat in Californian Wierdo on Mon Sep 10, 2007 at 09:26 PM"Bait and Switch"
Actually, it would be a case of "fine print" wouldn't it?
Posted by coit on Tue Sep 11, 2007 at 08:01 AMActually, it would be a case of "fine print" wouldn't it?
crazy media guy...working behind that counter you would have to be on the defence all day...well im sorry you feel that way but thats just what it is... over and over again...This month's Consumer Reports magazine reprints an ad for some service or other. The ad proclaims, "Only in the dictionary does 'success' come before 'preparation.'"
Not sure which dictionary they're using there.
Posted by Big Gary in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico on Fri Sep 14, 2007 at 01:49 PMNot sure which dictionary they're using there.
Read the sign closer, there is actually a 1/2 before the "dozen" in the sign.
Posted by computergod on Mon Dec 03, 2007 at 03:03 PMPage 1 of 1 pages