The Classifieds
BODY FOR SALE, LEASE OR TRADE:
Must have transaction soon!!! This male specimen is a bargain! Owner threatened with foreclosure. Male, 33 years, fully intact, 145 I.Q., with numerous apps and utilities. Height, 5'11. Weight, 220 Lb, 34" waist and 44" chest, with toned and developed skeletal muscle. Has minor kidney issue. Tele calls only, please--no electronic solicitations.
LONG RANGE TOYOTA #3 CLASS SPACECRAFT AT A DISCOUNT:
Will accept physical currency only--no electronic payment. This powerful, luxurious, interplanetary range camper has had only one owner, and will make it to outer planets and back on one tankful of propellant. All features in working order. Owner is upgrading. Immaculate condition!! Contact: @# - 6700-555-##33.
ANCIENT CATTLE HERD, BUTCHERED AND IN DEEP FREEZE:
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For people with special nutritional needs, or perhaps a meat fetish. This is a lifetime supply of "beef" for those who can't tolerate synthetic food, soy protein, and the like. Or keep as collector's item. No spoilage!! Lot is in excess of 5 tons. Previous owner deceased and was disallowed from new body, due to legal issues. This store will be auctioned off on 5/25/3012 beginning at 8 a.m. Prime Meridian Time. Contact: auctions@martiancorrectionsdept.
SECURITY ROBOTS, OUTDATED, FOR SCRAP OR SPARE PARTS:
Come see my inventory of pristine albeit outdated hardware! Good for hobbyists, or educating teens. Buyer can make a profit if dismantled and recycled, or items can be used for some light security situations [seller makes no guarantees of effectiveness]. Haul them away and they're yours--I need them out of here! Please just show up--do not contact. Be polite please. Will not "part out." Buyer must take away entire lot. 5555 Airline Blvd. Ste. 11995.
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This story was first published on Tuesday, August 22nd, 2017
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