How much did Craig pay for the melons for Yumiko’s family?

One was ¥10,000, or approximately $85 at the time ($101.50 today); the other was ¥8,000, or approximately $70 at the time ($81.25 today).

Q:  Two melons for $155 (or $183 today)? Was he out of his mind?

A:  That’s a different question.

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