The Foxy Farmer and the Mail Order Hoe
Old Jonas McGillicuddy, a thrifty farmer with many degrees, tries to buy a hoe for 1.29 dollars but learns Willard Davis will sell only via mail order at 1.43 including return postage. Jonas ends up paying 1.48 on the counter as Willard blocks every escape, promising pickup next week. Willard touts catalog service as superior with no extra fees and better service.