Whoever after due and proper warning shall be heard to…
“Whoever after due and proper warning shall be heard to utter the abominable word "Frisco", which has no linguistic or other warrant, shall be deemed guilty of High Misdemeanour, and shall pay into the Imperial Treasury as penalty the sum of twenty-five dollars.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A frivolous warning about a non‑existent word is punishable by a trivial fine.
In simple terms: Fake warnings incur penalties.
Key Takeaway
Question the legitimacy of absurd claims.
Themes
satire
law
absurdity
Mood
sarcastic
humorous
Type
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When to use this quote
- public speeches
- legal debates
- media analysis
- civic education
Key Concepts
legal history
social commentary
historical curiosities
Questions to Reflect On
- Is the warning serious or a joke?
- What does this reveal about authority?
A Different Perspective
Context may be humorous, not legally binding.