GUEST,JimKnowledge--
I almost recall that incident, but then I remember that I haven't flown in years, anywhere, and it has been even longer since I was in a cab (by which I understand you to mean a hired means of automobile transportation.) Finally, the only conversations I have with cabbies are where I want to go and 'Keep the Change.'
I think, Jim, your recollection is apocryphal to make the point that you like things as they always were. But know this, too...if ever I do fly to your city, I will avail myself of your transportational service, and we can then have the conversation you report.