Ordained by mail order

The following advertisement was clipped from a college newspaper: Would you like to become an ordained minister for life? You can become legal in all 50 states and most foreign countries. This will qualify you to perform legal marriages, ordinations, funerals and receive discounts in many places. Over 265,000 ministers have already been ordained. Minister’s credentials and license will be sent; a Certificate of Ordination for framing and an ID card for your billfold. We need your help to cover mailing, handling, and administration costs. Your generous contribution is appreciated. ENCLOSE A FREE WILL OFFERING. (Encyclopedia of Illustrations #3492).