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Jailed Muppet Takes a Nap

by John Morris in Hidden on 10/11/2008
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Bail Bondsmen in Raleigh are known for their clever marketing techniques, and Teddy Wright on Salisbury Street is no exception. Every week the muppet in the storefront window is doing something new. This week, he fell fast asleep while reading the book of Revelation in the Bible.

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5 Comments:


Abby
10/11/2008

I love that dude. He’s so cute.
Lynne
10/22/2008

Hey! We saw this jailed muppet back on September 27th! I think this is the best storefront I’ve ever seen downtown :)
ALL ABOUT BONDS, INC
11/10/2008

I’m jealous………lol
Jackie Harris
11/12/2008

Smart move – good advertising!
Tchoupitoulas
02/01/2009

clever and politically correct advertising

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