Chapter 3

THE BARRISTERS OF ENGLAND

"Hark the hour of ten is sounding! Hearts with anxious fears are bounding; Hall of Justice crowds surrounding, Breathing hope and fear. For to-day in this arena Summoned by a stern subpœna, Edwin sued by Angelina Shortly will appear."

Sir W. S. GILBERT: _Trial by Jury_.

"As your Solicitor, I should have no hesitation in saying: Chance it----"

Sir W. S. GILBERT: _The Mikado_.