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hile traveling abroad one may run across some interesting attempts at translation into the English language.

Actual signs posted in foreign countries as reported by American tourists...

PARIS HOTEL
Please leave your values at the front desk.

JAPANESE HOTEL
You are invited to take advantage of the chambermaid.

ZURICH HOTEL
Because of the impropriety of entertaining guests of the opposite sex in the bedroom, it is suggested that the lobby be used for this purpose.

NORWAY COCKTAIL LOUNGE
Ladies are requested not to have children at the bar.

MOSCOW HOTEL
You are welcome to visit the cemetery where famous Russian and Soviet composers, artists and writers are buried daily except Thursday.

BUCHAREST HOTEL
The lift is being fixed for the next day. During that time we regret that you will be unbearable.

BUDAPEST ZOO
Please do not feed the animals. If you have any suitable food, give it to the guard on duty.

COPENHAGEN AIRLINE OFFICE
We will take your bags and send them in all directions.

SWEDISH FURRIER
Fur coats made for ladies from their own skin.

POLISH MENU
Roasted duck let loose and beef rashers beaten up in the country people's fashion.

SWISS EATERY
Our wines leave you nothing to hope for.

HONK KONG DENTIST
Teeth extracted by the latest methodists.

PARIS SHOP
Dresses for street walking.

RHODES TAILOR
Order summer suits early. In a big rush we will execute customers in strict rotation.

BANGKOK DRY CLEANER
Drop your trousers here for best results.

ROME LAUNDRY
Ladies, leave your clothes here and spend the afternoon having a good time.

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