SHOP EARLY FOR CHRISTMAS

 

It was Christmas eve at the magistrate’s court

And the Magistrate was in charitable mood

And in keeping with the season

Was inclined to show a little latitude

"Now then, what is the charge against you?" 

He asked the unfortunate prisoner

The man in the dock replied

"I was caught Christmas shopping very early sir"

"That doesn't seem like an offence to me.

What do you mean by “very early” man”?

"Well, your Honour." said the defendant,

"It was an hour before the shop was open."