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it can be avoided. To Cantley’s coolness Perfecto Rodriguez owes his life, and although in duty bound re- quired to serve when called upon, by exercis- ing discretion he has it in his power to prevent unnecessary taking of life. All good citizens commend the Marshal’s course. Perfecto Rodriguez has occupied various official positions during the past few years, and when sober is an efficient, trustworthy officer, but when under the influence of liquor becomes obstreperous, and is too apt to exert his authority as an officer where it is not re- quired. He is now in jail, and it may go hard with him, as the charges preferred against him are of a serious character. Whatever the result, Perfecto will never again occupy an official position in Silver City. His bonds-men will withdraw, and he will be deprived of his badge. Coroner Hinman was on hand in his official capacity, but fortunately for all, his services were dispensed with. O. C. Hinman has a corner on coffins, but he sometimes gets left. He ordered an extra large sized casket for a prominent citizen two years ago, and he still has it on hand, as the aforementioned p. c. refused to die. He drops in occasionally and inspects his future domicile, but Hinman wants to convert the box into cash, and will dispose of it at a discount. Call early and secure a bargain. ( 105 )