Synopsis

Pearl inquired of Mary whether Lester would speak frankly with Calvin about such matters, and Brenda asked her parents for permission to attend the Friday night dance. They felt she was too young for dating—just fourteen years old. Through Mary’s gentle urging, Lester agreed to have a conversation with Calvin, concluding his words with a stern warning: "If you cause my daughter any trouble, I'll rip your head off." The threat frightened Calvin so much that he canceled their date. But Brenda rema