We have here three propositions:—
1. The midnight search for witnesses is impossible in drama.
2. It is impossible to give a reason why it should have been put in a drama.
3. The record does not say that it took place.
The first is at once annihilated by briefly dramatizing the alleged procedure:—
Priest (or other official, to officials). Go and bring the witnesses to convict this fellow. [Exeunt Officials.
Priest consults with his fellows. Enter Officials with a witness. Exeunt Officials.
Witness is examined: the evidence is confused.
Enter Officials with another witness. Exeunt.
Witness is examined: evidence conflicts with that already given.