I think he may have got some of the proceeds from the people who bought entry into watching the stunt. The article I used said that one of his later events netted him $750. He had a son who was interviewed after Al died so he isn't totally lost to posterity and Mr. Pickett, the photographer, is considered a 'famous' local. That he photographed Al undoubtedly helped. Lee Pickett has some amazing photos and I'm really glad they survived.