–From Fred C. Russcol, Albany Law School, Date of event: 1972
At Albany Law School in 1972, Professor Watkins was brilliant but prickly. One day, he called on my friend, John Keyes, who answered as best he could. After a moment, Professor Watkins said, “Mr. Keyes, can you tell me why that was the stupidest answer I’ve heard all semester?”
My friend responded, “Well, Professor, it’s the first time you’ve called on me!”