Ten Dollars for Three Minutes

In the early 1930's, a farmer and his wife went to a fair. The farmer was fascinated by the airplanes and asked a pilot how much a ride would cost.

- $10 for 3 minutes - replied the pilot.

- That's too much - said the farmer.

The pilot thought for a second and then said:

- I'll make you a deal. If you and your wife ride for 3 minutes without uttering a sound, the ride will be free. But if you make a sound, you'll have to pay $10.

The farmer and his wife agreed and went for a wild ride. After they landed, the pilot said to the farmer:

- I want to congratulate you for not making a sound. You are a brave man.

- Maybe so - said the farmer.

- But I gotta tell ya, I almost screamed when my wife fell out.