If grandpa called the Judge a fool to his face it’s direct contempt and no hearing or notice is necessary.
If done in the courtroom, during the trial, I would agree. The story does not make this clear. If grandpa made the comment outside of the courthouse, then the judge is overstepping IMHO.
It was in a public restroom outside the court.
“If grandpa called the Judge a fool to his face it’s direct contempt and no hearing or notice is necessary.”
Not according to the 1925 USSC.
I advise you to seek a lawyer before giving legal advice!
Some judges are worthy of comtempt. And obviously grandpa was right.