Here is a sample from the Diamond Ordinance:
Manteca, California—search in Stockton, CA directory.
September 27, 1953.
Victor Malchus Xavier (X), recently promoted to Chairman of
the Board roosts in his chair, overseeing the eight men who in 55:29 will
determine the ruling of the Diamond Ordinance. Not at all to be confused with
the diamond ordnance that will plague the city under the Diamond Ordinance,
should it be passed.
Thomas Thomas (+), Richard B. Thomas (*), Joseph William
Blackman (>), and Edward Smithson (^) all respectable men in their late 50s,
with exactly the same tightly cropped haircut, sit to the right. Simon Krilgram
(~), Bartholomew Pinkerton (=), Thomas Marvin Green (<), and Michael
Conkling (#) are on the left, equally reputable and well-groomed men, ranging
in age from 47-69.
“Well,
as I see it, what we should be most concerned with is the safety of the
materials. We really must ensure that the material is unharmed,” says +.
“Yes,
I concur. However, I feel I must repeat that it is of the utmost importance
that the product is just as protected. How can we force our minions to comply
with the Diamond Ordinance if there are NO DIAMONDS?” > protests, slamming the perfectly round, adequately
lacquered table.
“But
what about the artillery? Should we not be concerned with securing our diamond
ordnances? Those weapons are worth millions.” With this utterance, < receives looks of despair from his left, and
frustration from his right.
