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been brought to trial. That doesn't mean Arbuckle was necessarily innocent— just that it was impossible to prove his guilt
New York newsmen were of the opinion that if the fierce rivalry hadn't existed between San Francisco and Los Angeles it might never have been brought to trial.
A San Francisco entrepreneur immediately offered Arbuckle $1000 a week to do a monologue in theatres. Arbuckle refused, saying, "I'm just going to rest a while and then I hope I can go back to films again."
The D.A.'s office still had an open murder charge against Arbuckle sworn to in a statement by Maude Delmont. They announced they would dismiss it. Another "possession of liquor" charge was still open. If he were found guilty the maximum fine would be $500.
Arbuckle threw a small dinner for his legal staff that evening. They were of the opinion that he could begin his career where he had left off. McNab drank a toast to Arbuckle: "May you never see the inside of a courtroom again— if you are, be on the side of the State."
A wire was read from Marion Davies which stated in part: "Congratulations on your vindication. All the gang is looking forward to your return to films. This is a happy night for us."
Minta said she never doubted for one minute that Arbuckle would be freed— his greatest years were just ahead.
Even when Arbuckle ran into Brady by accident next day, Brady wished him well. Arbuckle went out and bought several suits, ties and shirts. He was a happy man again.
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