Herr Schimmelpodt didn't say anything, but sat down, breathing heavily.
Then the clerk of the court and two court officers came in.

Justice Vesey entered soon after and took his seat on the bench.
"The case of Dodge versus Prescott---I mean, the people against Prescott, your honor, is the only thing on the docket this afternoon," explained the clerk.
"Is the case ready" inquired the justice mildly.
"I will ask just a moment's delay, your, Honor," announced Lawyer Ripley, rising.

"I wish a moment's conference with my principals." The court nodding, Mr.Ripley crossed the room, engaging in earnest whispered conversation with the Dodges, father and son.
While this was going on a telegraph messenger boy entered.

Espying Dick, he went over and handed him a yellow envelope.

Dick tore it open.