Evidence C

Study Notes

Date: 3rd December; Mr. Wolf expresses frustration over the jury's delay in reaching a verdict regarding his trial.
Claims innocence regarding the murder of Reginald Pig, asserting he did not kill him and is suffering unjustly due to past accusations.
References an incident with Clarence, suggesting his testimony should have been sufficient for the jury's decision.
Mentions a previous threat from Reginald by suggesting he would reveal Mr. Wolf's guilt in the grandmother's death.

Reginald is characterized as clumsy and accident-prone, a fact known in the village.
Anecdote about Reginald being saved by Mother Goose after tripping in the road, emphasizing his lack of coordination.
Mr. Wolf finds it suspicious that there were no signs of struggle or water spilled when he discovered Reginald lying in the pot.

Mr. Wolf contemplates whether Reginald's death could be murder rather than an accident, considering if he might be a scapegoat.
Concerns about family dynamics and potential motives for murder, including financial struggles and insurance motives.
Envisions that someone else may benefit from Reginald's demise and seeks to inform his lawyer, Miss White, about his findings.

Mr. Wolf's internal conflict highlights themes of justice, guilt, and familial loyalty.
The tension between truth and perception is central, as Mr. Wolf grapples with the consequences of past actions.
The narrative suggests a broader commentary on how society can misjudge individuals based on familial ties and reputation.