The local District Judge had given the defendant
a lecture on the evils of drink.
But in view of the fact that this was the first
time the
man had been
drunk and incapable, the case was dismissed on payment of ten shillings costs.
"Now don't let me ever see your
face again," said the Justice sternly as the defendant turned to go.
"I'm afraid I can't promise that, sir," said the released man.
"And why not?"
"Because I'm the barman at your regular pub!"