generally supposed that the reason “Curley” did…
source date: 1888
availability: public-domain

generally supposed that the reason “Curley” did not join Renick in his robbing exploit was be- cause he lacked the nerve. “Curly” delighted in putting himself up as a bad man, but he was not considered dangerous. He was only a bluffer, but was of no benefit to any community. The killing is said to be justifiable. Pete has been in a good many affairs of this kind but has always, it seems, had justice and the law on his side.