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September 8, 2008

The New Yorker Cartoon Anti-Caption Contest #160

Submit the worst possible caption for this New Yorker cartoon. Click here for details. Click here for last week's results.

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Winner
"The devil you can get rid of; it's cat piss that never goes away." — Weller

Finalists
"The worst part is that Jesus is hiding in the closet, masturbating." —louis lewis


"No, Hell on earth is not really a metaphor when it comes to mortgages and the banking system. With fractional reserve lending your bank only needs to have 10% of your mortgage loan on deposit. It creates the other 90% out of thin air. You on the other hand must pay back the entire principle plus interest with money that represents actual labor.

Worse yet, to meet fractional reserve requirements your bank borrows "money" from the Federal Reserve, which creates 100% of it out of thin air as it has no reserves whatsoever.
Even worse, the US government also borrows "money" from the Federal Reserve, which it pays back with interest from the proceeds of the personal income tax.

Worse still, the US Constitution states the government should simply create money on its own -- no mention of borrowing it at interest from some self-appointed private central bank. Lincoln tried that, as did Kennedy. I guess we know what happened to them. The people controlling the central banks own everything, including most world leaders." —J.D.


Honorable Mention
"Do you want to witness for Jehovah or not? Time to get your feet wet, people!" —Eusless Tilley

Posted by Daniel Radosh

Comments

"On the plus side, if you're Mormon every so often his brother Jesus comes to visit. Um, are you Mormon?"

“You’re in Suburban Hell, in case you haven’t figured that out already.”

“The current owners are panderers and seducers. Much cleaner than the flatterers. Never buy a flatterers’ home.” (shudder)

"This 'No Negroes' thing is getting harder to do without making certain concessions."

"For an extra $10k we can remove the flaming orgy before settlement. I can see you folks are broad-minded types, though."

"A hundred years ago our company began when Arthur's Banker merged with Colbert's Coldwell. Hahaha. Ever play that game? Here's a couple classics: Vanessa's Redgrave and Peter's O'Toole. Hahaha. Now you try. Wait I got two more: Barack's Obama and John's McCain. Damn, don't get me started ..."

Don't worry, the Palin's will be out by the end of the week.

(Almost too obvious for the real contest)

"It's a hell of a deal"

"This is what you get when you marry your twin. Have a nice afterlife."

No, the current owner is CEO of *SOUL* Trader Joe's . . .

"Except for my commission, I can sell you this repossessed baby for free."

The sellers are very motivated...they have one of those sub sub sub *sub* prime loans...

They're moving to a bigger house. Why did you *think* they were selling?

Him? He's the seller's agent. I wouldn't recommend trying to get him to reduce his commission.

Yeah, it has no gutters, but really that's the only drawback *I" can think of. Fortunately, it never rains here in Hell.

edit:

Yeah, it has no gutters, but really that's the only drawback *I" can think of. And fortunately, it never rains here in Hell.

"Hell?? No, that's just graffiti. The entrance is round the corner you one-eyed goons!"

"Yes, the phallic steps are included."

It's the lowest price you'll find in this neighborhood, and we can close today if you're willing to kiss the anus of a goat.

"Sub-prime, reduced rate, no fees, blah blah blah...Ah, screw it. Just give me your souls and you can have it."

"No, Hell on earth is not really a metaphor when it comes to mortgages and the banking system. With fractional reserve lending your bank only needs to have 10% of your mortgage loan on deposit. It creates the other 90% out of thin air. You on the other hand must pay back the entire principle plus interest with money that represents actual labor.

Worse yet, to meet fractional reserve requirements your bank borrows "money" from the Federal Reserve, which creates 100% of it out of thin air as it has no reserves whatsoever.

Even worse, the US government also borrows "money" from the Federal Reserve, which it pays back with interest from the proceeds of the personal income tax.

Worse still, the US Constitution states the government should simply create money on its own -- no mention of borrowing it at interest from some self-appointed private central bank. Lincoln tried that, as did Kennedy. I guess we know what happened to them. The people controlling the central banks own everything, including most world leaders."

"...and you'll save a bundle on heating costs."

^long one mine. I always take credit when discussing psychotic trillionaires.

Welcome to Dick Cheney's sketch pad. This page is titled, "Me In My Dream House."

"Really? You're sure? Because, you know, it comes with giant meatballs."

"Yeah. Faaa-laming!"

"They're bronze medallists."

"Yes, the Judgment Day cast of the local First Baptist Church is included with the house."

"Of course, it would be your option to remplace the colorful fresco on the front wall with a conventional picture window, but I remind you, it's an original Neiman!"

"Uh, whoops, did I say 'remplace'? All right, all right, I admit it! I'm actually French! This horrible scenario was just a pathetic attempt to distract from my shameful secret."

"This little 'Brimstone Bungalow' has a lot going for it. Notice the open door and the absence of Sloman's security stickers? And how the fire burns and burns but never leaves a mark? That's some damn good reasons to buy..er, I mean, what a lovely home, eh?

"No, it doesn't have seven levels. It's clearly a ranch-style house. I have no idea why you'd even ask that question."

"We may only enter after having committed an unconfessed mortal sin. Let us commit sodomy now upon each other so as to expedite matters."

People always notice the wallpaper first, but wait till you see the ceiling.

"Seriously, despite all the fire, those buses are never consumed. And voices come from them. The former owner, assumed that was God."

"That's not stucco, it's brimstone. Good insulation."

"From the back windows there's a glorious view of the River Styx."

"The current tenants have been there for some time -- seems like an eternity."

"They're asking for your soul, but I think I can talk them down to your ethics and family values."

"This baby is priced to sell. And how many houses still come with a 'Sodomy' room?"

"I hate shrubs, too. Let's go look at some condos."

"...updated kitchen, family room, I fucked your wife, large backyard, in-ground pool, she begged for more, new roof, does she let you go 'ass-to-mouth' too?, and the appliances are included. Why don't you think it over while I pick up your daughter from school?"

"My master - uh, the seller is not asking for a cash down payment. He prefers virgins. Who is he kidding, right! Virgins? Not in this town. Just throw him a liquored-up homeless guy. They're like a screaming and dancing Molotov Cocktail!"

"Those people are all going to burn alive."

Looks like they're having an unscheduled open house - we can come back later if you like. And don't worry, very few offers are ever made at one of these.

The Palins will be out by November.

The house is currently being rented on a month-to-month basis by a Mr. K. Rove.

According to the pastor at Governor Palin's church we are all going to burn in hell. The Ryan's just wanted to get a head start.

With a hot property like this we don't need to conduct a fire sale. In fact, you're getting a hell of a deal. Ha ha. Excuse me. Not everyone finds 'broker humor' funny.

No chimney? I'm sure you could add a chimney.

“The rest of the neighborhood is quiet. Those are the rest of the neighbors.”

Oh, no, the Lawrences aren't bad people. Just very bad housekeepers with phenomenally poor judgment.

I don't get this one - it's just a drawing of an empty house, with a big picture window, and an open door. I can't see anything going on inside. Can you?

Anon 10:58 am is me

"I understand your concerns with the front lawn, but with a little hard work I think that this garden could really look nice."

"Apparently the previous owner complained of heating problems."

"Well this is a Jewish neighborhood."

"I'm sorry, did you say you wanted a 'lakeside view'? I thought you said 'lake-of-fire room'. My mistake."

"Or did you mean the neighborhood Hell's Kitchen?"

"Actually, the house is free. The $17 million is for the Bosch."

"Actually, yes, this house was originally a Pizza Hut. You're very astute."

"Ah, good, I'll be able to introduce you to both Fannie and Freddie."

"I know what you're thinking - but those are the GUEST bloggers."

"I'm terribly sorry. I thought this house was available for a walk-through at this time, but it looks like there's some sort of wild sex party going on. There must have been a scheduling mixup. Again, I apologize."

"If it's okay with you, I'm going to wait out here. This shit freaks me out."

Well sir, unfortunately your second-cousin's baby daddy did not put you on the list. I'm gonna have to ask you to leave before you make a scene.

I can see the concern on your faces and I think I understand. There's not much privacy when you have a huge picture window with a short front lawn... Am I right?!

"So, are you Rapture Ready?"

"Not to worry, the tenants are being evicted as we speak."

And the refrigerator has a built in ice maker. ...Just kidding.

"The houses here are aflame."

"I'm sorry to be blunt, but this is the best you can afford."

"Funnily enough the lack of a number on this house has never caused anyone a problem. Must be one lucky place!"

"So you thought your cross-dressing ways could fool me? Nu-uh pussy cats; yous a-gonna BUUURRRNN!!!"

"More of a 'starter home', perhaps, than anything that might be considered an 'ender'. In its favor is the sturdy and virtually fire-proof construction....we all know what insurance has become."

"Boy, is this awkward."

"...but it does have granite countertops.."

"....as you can see, "Owner Motivated to Hell" was not a typo....."

"This one's small, but it does have a full basement."

" The previous owner was Hieronymus bosch....Why do you ask? "

Yes it's still preferable to a condo.

"Looks like Rosemary's baby is all grown up and living in West Nyack. But not for long, apparently."

The devil you can get rid of; it's cat piss that never goes away.

"Sheer phantasmagoria, folks! Nothing solid there. Leased for months by an insidious cell of the worst possible cartoon caption writers. Familiar with the French saying, 'It's worse than a crime, it's beastliness'? ..My translation, to be sure."

"As an inducement to purchase, 'Morgan' will throw in full year's coverage on your electric bill...but remember, psychologists have determined that all 'heat stroke' to date here is as the result of psychosomatic factors."

They throw a hell of a party.

"The premises has seen almost unbroken occupancy by a series of anomalously appearing parties of the opposite sex. ..Your son, Mrs. Gomoreau ?"

Do either of you smoke?

We'll have them credit you for new gutters.

"It's 'ambiance' the neighborhood-association very much discountenances. The previous owners had stopped at roasting wieners, marshmallows, and s'mores indoors, over burning pieces of furniture."

"What th--"

"Plenty of Old World charm"

"It's not everyone's cup of brimstone."

"Looks like someone let Uncle Beelzebub out of the basement again. Heh-heh."

"There's only one story, But it's a hell of a story."

College town.

Ellen's thought caption:

"The front steps are so not up to code. They must must be at least a foot high each. You could kill yourself falling off those."

Jim's thought caption:

"The roof looks nice. Really nice."

It might seem unpleasant when he flays your skin, gouges your eyes, and then skullfucks you. But just remember that the school district is really good.

I should probably also tell you that both neighbors are registered sex offenders.

To be honest, this neighborhood has gone to hell since the Mexicans moved in.

The neighborhood S&M club spares no expense here in Hollywood.

Neewollah Orrazib

"I think the joke was supposed to be that Satan is responsible for the housing crisis, but we got a little sidetracked trying to sneak in a nipple."

"Close the door! Air conditioning isn't free, you know!

I'm sorry, you were saying?"

"Did you catch that? A gentle whiff, a touch of autumn in the air?"

"They're asking for your eternal soul upfront, but I'm confident we can drive them down to an extended stay in purgatory."

"Ah, split-devil living."

"Ba'al Azeamut, Lord of Psymoners is a crackerjack handyman, and Mrs. Azeamut are pretty darn houseproud--this baby is in terrific shape!"

"He pinky-swore to me he'd be out by Tuesday."

"The neighborhood grade-school teaches Creationism, bans J.K. Rowling...so you get this. It's kind of a package deal."

"My own Weeguns conceal cloven hooves--nobody's perfect."

"After He was placed in the tomb of Nicodemus, Christ pulled up to the curb here, got busy with the weed whacker and the grout, got the lawn looking tip-top and was the first on the block to have vynal siding. Since that First Easter, though, property values have taken a little dip."

"I hope you don't mind waiting. A Mr. Dante will be along shortly to guide you though the open house."

Obviously there's an under current of fear but I think you'll like suburban life.

"Do you want to witness for Jehovah or not? Time to get your feet wet, people!"

"It is Burl Ives. He took up horns and whipping after he died."

"Jiffy Pop pops corn in minutes!"

"When the Goldbergs owned it, it was just a 2BR,1 1/2 BA, ranch w. full base and a shoal to which listless souls clung like wind blown rags on a barbed fence."

"666 Six Hundred Sixty Sixth Street--yep, this is the place."

"Life takes Visa. For everything else there's Mastercard!"

"Zoning laws are very loose here. Loose, as in 'Luc-i-fer.'
Ha ha. That's killer stuff! And I'm already dead. Now get in there you stiffs!"

"Where's the appreciation ?! I thought and judged it for your best You followed me and I would be your guide And lead you hence through the eternal place, Where you should hear the desperate lamentations, Should see the ancient spirits disconsolate, Who cried out each one for the second death. ...I mean, come on !"

"Frigin' refs ! Don't you know 'blown calls' cost the SAINTS more than one game last year ? ..Yeah, go on, go on--BUURRRNNNN !"

"This house was more subtle when Edward Gorey drew it."

"They believe that drinking giant mugs of coffee can help to prevent liver disease."
[true]

"Think location, location, location."

"HOLY SHIT! CALL 911!"

Perhaps, potential closers, I might win you over now with a joke most apropos about the housing market! Aha! Aha! Ha!

Okay, well last time I was here it had bay windows, so I'm sorry if I misled you as far as lighting was concerned.

What? What did you ask me? Did you ask me something? Did you have a question about the house? Were there questions you were going to ask? Were you concerned about the school district? Because we're in a great school district. Is that what you asked?

I don't want to come off as too liberal or pc, but thus far the complaints you two have expressed about the state of the property in the course of the open house fall mainly into the category of prejudice and racism, and frankly, I don't know that you're the kind of people Century One HIllsdale MI wishes to do business with.

What, did you want there to be nudity?

"Y'know, what with all the fire and the screaming and the brimstone and the agony and the nakedness and the running around like naked idiots on fire, you gotta wonder... does he really need the whip?"

"We do not torment. What you're seeing are enhanced damnation techniques."

"You must have been misinformed. God actually hates straights."

"And number 4 on my property listing is simply described as 'Abu Creampuff.'"

"Raises an interesting metaphysical question, doesn't it ? Kid at the door, can't be more than eleven, can he ?"

"Stephen King ain't got squat on Cheney !"

"No, the anal rapings only occur 9 or 10 times a day, but as I said, the selling price has already been knocked down to reflect that"

"I don't think the lack of closet space should deter you from buying it"

"Ah Hell..."

"It's a little overpriced, sure, but I bet I can use the power of Christ to compel him to lower it."

"Oh, we're in luck. I just realized we're actually here to look at 261 Landers, that house next door."

I just realized that the anti-caption has been around long enough to have it's own, "Jeez, what an asshole." It's either:

"It's least there's no black people here to see this."

or

"Tonight, we dine in HELL!"

So, considered them submitted for this and all future contests.

"Here's the last one you wanted to see- the one-story brimstone."

"Well, it may contain a touch of asbestos, but just look at that flame resistance!"

"This is where Sen. McCain wanted to follow Obama and Biden, I mean, Osama bin Laden: his forgotten house in a nice gated community."

"So, would you like to buy this house?"

"Beelzie, you crazy bastard! How the hell are you expecting me to sell this place?"

“Keep in mind the price is negotiable.”

"This house was once owned by a little old lady from Pasadena. She was a whore."

"Yes, I noticed. Kid can't be more than thirteen tops...Buck teeth...Almost cute ! ..But hey, it's not a far cry, is it, from Justice Scalia's position toward minors to Satan's ? ....But getting back, we could refer you to an excellent exorcist...for half fee."

"Cheney ain't got squat on Cheney --think about it."

"That's Century 21 BC."

"It's been like this since Santorum was voted out."

Of course I mentioned that Satan lives here. And whips people.

"What the fuck? I can't even see what's going on in there."

"Who knew ?! Falwell was onto something !"

"I call this piece 'The Amerikkkan Dream, 2008'.

"Don't worry about it."

"Whoops, sorry, this is my house."

"It's warm."

Before you ask, yes, you are dead. And I know this wasn't exactly what you expected.

"Yeah, I know it's a buyer's market, but you've got to see the bathroom--it's tiled entirely in human teeth and bone!"

"Jesus Christ! That's him, see? Across the street. What a great guy. He would literally die for you. I shit you not."

"I see the furnace guy is here early."

"Now that's what I call curb appeal!"

(1) "As you can see, this is the Jewish neighborhood."

(2) "You think THIS is Hell? Try growing up in the projects like I did!"

"They shot a few scenes for 'The Bad Seed' here in the '50s. Spielberg came back three decades later and did some 'Poltergeist' here....all which raises the valuation, you understand. I mean, just suppose (I know it's a bit far-fetched) Polanski had brought 'Rosemary's Baby' here...You're talking a tour 'must-see' !"

"My friends, you may be upset about this tableau, but listen: I spent five years in a place where I had no kitchen table, no kitchen, no house, and I was tortured repeatedly. Although admittedly, there were no flames or a guy in a devil's outfit whipping everybody into a frenzy, so I guess it evens out."

"They say de Kooning once lived across the street...which raises the asking price, as well."

"We to the place have come, where I have told you You should behold the people dolorous Who have foregone the good of intellect--doodling, caption-writing, you name it !"

"It's hot in the summer, but it's also hot in the winter. Oh so hot! Oh so hot!! Praise Jeezus!"

"You did say you wanted to move to a neighborhood where you could leave your door unlocked."

"I know buying a house is a very stressful experience, and here I am showing you the worst place possible -- yes, that is THE Satan whipping and burning a bunch of innocent people. Crazy bastard. But, I still have to ask... are you two mother and son? Because, if not, your wife is old, dude. I mean, cobwebs in her cooter old."

We'll take it!

"...and here we have a ranch-style two bed...oh my god satan is in there whipping a handful of naked people and the house is on fire...let's get out of here."

"...and here we have a ranch-style two bed...oh my god Satan is in there whipping a handful of naked people and the house is on fire...this is so very unexpected, let's go ahead and move to the next house I was planning on showing you today."

"Wow, great Van Halen video on their giant screen TV!"

"Ouch! That indoor weenie roast must really hurt."

"I grew up here. My parents were atheists. Hi Mom and Dad!"

"The owner's name? Helen."

"Jesus Christ, people, it's Halloween. Are you interested or not?"

"They forgot to give the Devil his due on the first day of the month. In Hell, there are no grace periods."

"Yes, it is haunted. By the souls of my victims - ha, ha, ha, ha!"

"Heck of a deal."

"HOA just wants to make sure we keep the neighborhood family friendly."

Or, I should say:

"It's a heck of a deal."

Yeah, that'll be my official entry, ignore the other one.

"You said you wanted to live in Suffern."

"This one has a scourge pending."

"It all started when Goldie Locks moved in with three bare naked ladies."

"The worst part is that Jesus is hiding in the closet, masturbating."

"Whoa: 'Caveat emptor'! That's dry, son. Ever think of writing cartoon captions ? ..THE NEW YORKER could use the help....frigin' vitiated 'windbags'!"

"...and John and Cindy McCain live within three blocks of this listing (I know that may seem a bit far-fetched); but they never seem to stay long, them with all those other properties ! What ? Seven ? Eight ? Nine ? Frigin' press never gets anything straight ! I mean, take that 'crock' about Palin quashing that 'nowhere bridge'! You think Brian 'slickie' Williams gonna say anything ? Russe.. uh, wait, he's dead ! ...So where was I ?"

"I register people who have sex that offends me. The two of you, for example."

"They came in a helicopter."

"Until it sells, the owners are renting it out for the filming of _Swingtown--with Balls._

"I'm not supposed to tell you this, but that's the owners' Verizon network in there."

"You can fill a bland split level with a hot orgy, but it's still a bland split level. Hahaha, that was a joke about your wife's pussy, get it? Hahaha."

"It's $318,254 as is. Sticker shock, I know. If we were to clean out all the fun and excitement, that would knock it down to $277,184, but you'd likely be outbid by all the Satanists who are retiring."

"Apparently Alan Ball is turning it into an HBO series."

It's a dream house for the s&m couple.

And I'll throw in the moans of agony for free.

Damn it all to hell! I told them to mow the lawn!

Of course you'll have to evict the tennants yourself.

"He's selling because the lawn keeps him up at night whispering 'Cheney'."

God damn it. I told them to clean the bird shit off the front walk. I'm trying to make a sale here.

This only happens on Fridays. And if you think this is disturbing, come back tomorrow. Saturdays, two midget clowns hide in those bushes and rub one out as you come out to get the morning paper. Then they sneak inside, lock you out, and tag-team your wife until nightfall. It's wild.

Would you believe that this is a "Heaven & Hell" party and that there are free blowjobs up in the attic? No? Then I've got nothing.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac go house hunting in hell.

Satan may BE a cock sucking douche bag, but he's OUR cock scucking douche bag.

Frankly, the neighbourhood has gone south since Hugo Chavez moved in.

Look folks, we have have things we regret. But don't let not buying this house be one of them.

"The souls do not convey."

That should be:

"Look folks, we all have things we regret doing. But don't let not buying this house be one of them.

(too much wine)

"Okay Mr & Mrs Taxpayer, get in there and bail them out."

Either it's a PTSD clinic or everyone who comes here gets PTSD. Let me check my notes and I'll get back to you on that one.

"Do those shrubs stay green year round?"

"Whoever planted those shrubs should burn in Hell!"

"So what are you waiting for? Take off your clothes and get in there!"

You thought we were raping you with the interest rate, just wait til you literally get sodomized by that guy with the whip!

"...so the schools here are excellent, if you're planning a family, they really are the best in the city. It's only three blocks to- say, neither of you have turned your back on Christ, have you?"

"God's will has provided natural gas to fuel the Devil's playground. Ironic, clean, and cheaper than electric, isn't it?"

"It's Halloween. It's Detroit. It's yours."

"The flames obscure Satan's boner, but I see they don't obscure yours, sir. Or apparently yours, either, madam."

"It was built above an old Indian burial ground- do you have a problem with that?"

"Smart ! Now she's going to open the back door and the draft will take the whole place out !"

"Come out with your hands up."

"Them ? What we call 'teflon Bushes'. Never 'buurrrnnn', not in the hottest Texas summers ! ....No chance."

"There's only so much water 'Aridzona' can rightly drain off the Colorado, so yeah, to answer your question, it's 'astroturf'. ..Big installation over at McCain's, incidentally."

"So kiss this one good-bye. Some're calling it the 'laissez-flare' doctrine (he!he!),going back to Reagan, you know: 'Government IS the problem'."

"You kidding ?! '666' trumps '911' any day !"

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