I guess Mr. C's handlers decided that the best way to sell their beverage was not by the use ot vague statistics. Mr. CN has been retooled! He has pointy headgear, and he flies lower.

 

 

 
 

 

I think the reason Mr. Coffee Nerves is surprised by the appearance of java alternatives is simple: anyone who was worried about their coffee consumption would just cut down, or drink water. They'd never give it up entirely for some grain-based hot liquid.

That would be absurd.

Anyway, the Judge gives the "old beau" some Postum laced with brandy, and everything's fine. He'll marry her soon, and drain her bank account.