> >This was allegedly posted very briefly on the McDonnell Douglas Website
> >by an employee there who obviously has a sense of humor. The
> >company, of
> >course, does not have a sense of humor, and made the web
> >department take
> >it down immediately. (For once, the "IMPORTANT" note at the
> >end is worth
> >a read too.)
> >
> >
> >Thank you for purchasing a McDonnell Douglas military
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> >to protect your new investment, please take a few moments to fill out
> >the warranty registration card below. Answering the survey
> >questions is not
> >required, but the information will help us to develop new products that
> >best meet your needs and desires.
> >
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> >[_] Mrs.
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