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Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Merger Idea: The Sears' Shack (Musical Tribute)

Sears + Radio Shack?

What's not to like!



See Also:
Our Pillars of Retail Strength
RadioShack's Complex
Posted by Stagflationary Mark at 8:54 AM
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Stagflationary Mark said...

Gallows humor. Sigh. :(

September 24, 2014 at 8:56 AM

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