Synopsis

Swindley and Emily were anxious about Mr. Papagopolous's assessment of the matter. Ken requested Irma’s cooking during Val’s absence, but Val instead persuaded Ena to take over. The residents proceeded to the courthouse to observe the proceedings. Emily pleaded guilty. The Magistrate, showing some compassion, fined her five pounds. He threatened Swindley with a month in prison, but settled on a fine of twenty pounds. The newspaper reported the day's events with the headline: "Magistrate Attacks