Aha! There's my friend Judge Longears in the back row. Now, don't everybody rubber. Well, well, well, he's scooted. I pity these bashful men. Judge Longears has in his day defended all manner of criminals.
Some of them escaped punishment Which they richly deserved, simply because they were wise enough to employ a smart lawyer.
And no doubt the fee he received often constituted the proceeds of the very robbery of which they had just been proven innocent.
Even in his early career I remember he had an experience of this character.
In my hearing his good wife said to him:
"So you cleared that poor Mr. Liftem from the charge of stealing that turkey? I'm glad of it, but he's such a worthless character that I don't believe you'll ever get a cent for your services."
I have never forgotten the smile that stole over the placid face of Longears, as he replied: