Ms. Wells, a 33-year-old legal secretary, said during a break in the trial today that hundreds of women had written offering to pay her fine.

Ms. Wells said her son was a normal, good-natured boy.

Instead, he spent the money on himself, and Ms. Wells got the bill.

Ms. Wells happened to be at the Summit, which was built in 1975.

Ms. Wells, has been fighting back in amiable fashion for 30 years.

Children may sit on the floor or in chairs to hear Ms. Wells.

Ms. Wells said apparel sales were strong, especially in women's clothing.

Ms. Wells also said she had been in the military and so was knowledgeable about guns.

Ms. Wells also said she will no longer hire models who are under 19.

Ms. Wells said she hoped residents would understand that the idea behind the flags was a good one.