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Waiting and watching
The sheriff had left
To catch the train
To reach County
And make an arrest.
Billy was in charge
To watch the town
and sort the problems
that might emerge.
I asked for promises three
But Billy only made two
Better than none
Which was fine by me.
"No sleeping around
No drinking spree
Anyone hurt Rue ...
man won't be found."
Crossing the street quick
I was almost knocked over
By a fancy wagon
Driven by a lunatic.
"Dang blame it"
He waved his arms
Yelling he rode away
"You tryin' to get hit."
They headed for Town Hall
More strangers riding in
They'd have to wait
For mayor's answer call.
Good news about Bella
Nothing about Myna
Ricky dropped by
Rambin' about a fellow.
The dinner was on hold
Till Mr. Denver was better
Nothin' to do
Till we were told.
Another night
Another day
Hope the sheriff
Is on his way.
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Busted Gulch Volume 12
AdventureA stranger has come to Busted Gulch hoping to exploit the town. Will he succeed or will his past stand in his way. Come read Busted Gulch vol 12 a Western story told by a collaboration of authors and poets from around the globe in poetry and prose...
