Collective Responsibility
POSTED AT THE MANOR GATE To all householders of Middle Woe,
Following last week's regrettable incident involving one unattended barrel of ale, three geese, and the temporary disappearance of Toby Maltspigot, the Office of the Reeve has determined that responsibility cannot be satisfactorily assigned.
Accordingly, every household within Middle Woe shall contribute three turnips towards the costs arising from the disturbance.
The Office considers this the simplest course of action.
Mr Toby Maltspigot has submitted a statement denying any involvement.
This statement has been entered into the record.
The geese have likewise declined responsibility.
One has requested legal representation.
Further enquiries have been suspended pending clarification as to who, precisely, is representing the geese.
Thomas Clodwell Reeve of Middle Woe