Bob Cash
Re: Once again, thanks Bob.
Thu May 25, 21:26

According to Bossenecker in RIDE THE DEVIL'S HERD, Billy apparently incorrectly thought that the group speaking with Leslie were talking about the recent shriff's election. Claiborne had supported Dave Neagle, one of two Democrats running against rge winner, Republican Jerome Ward, who was considered an Earp supporter. Apparently in response to one of the group, Billy said, "Anyone who would vote for Ward is a son of a bitch!" Frank told Claiborne that they were not speaking about politics and not to interfere. Billy let loose with a stream of curses, in response to which Leslie manhandled him out the door. You know Billy's response and the result.

  • Once again, thanks Bob. — olds, Thu May 25 18:48
    So according to Parsons/DeMattos, the scenario I described in my post is "pure fiction." Fair enough. They're the guys in the know. That said, from what they have written, I still fail to understand... more
    • Re: Once again, thanks Bob. — Bob Cash, Thu May 25 21:26
      • That explains it then. — olds, Fri May 26 7:19
        Dumb as it sounds, a misunderstanding about local politics leading to one thing leading to another leading to what it ultimately led to. (Claiborne sounds like a real piece of work, but then Leslie apparently... more
        • Adding my rec — Sarah Stegall, Sun May 28 3:15
          Just want to say that I recently finished Boessenecker’s book, and it’s terrific. Highly recommended.
        • Re: That explains it then. — Bob Cash, Fri May 26 11:06
          Olds, you should finish reading this highly educational post and then immediately order RIDE THE DEVIL'S HERD. Bossenecker is no slouch when it comes to research, but in this book his skills are combined... more
          • I unfailingly find your posts — olds, Fri May 26 21:22
            edifying, Bob, among other things. You've certainly furthered my education on this subject, for which many thanks. Problem is, the more I know, the more I remain partial to my original position. I... more
            • Re: I unfailingly find your posts — Bob Cash, Sat May 27 10:51
              Here's a motive that Ken Vail posited for Leslie, or any number of Cochise County characters. https://nediscapp.com/discussion.cgi?disc=39627&article=34553&search_page=2&search_term=Leslie
              • Bob Cash — Peter Brand, Sat May 27 21:20
                Bob I say this sincerely - you are the main reason I drop in on this discussion board. Your knowledge and research and measured delivery always impresses me. Keep it up. Cheers PB
                • Re: Bob Cash — Bob Cash, Sun May 28 14:21
                  Thank you, Peter. I really apptreciate that. I wish my posts would lure more world class authors and researchers (unlike me) back to the board, like you. I'm sure people would be more interested in how... more
                  • Reason — Peter Brand, Sun May 28 19:03
                    Bob - some of the articles you have shared have been very helpful and I appreciate the fact that you share your findings. There is a reason almost all of those you named no longer post here. Cheer... more
              • Hmm. — olds, Sat May 27 13:31
                So the conjecture is that the motive would have been the reward money offered by this Protective Association? ($1,000 then would be roughly $30,000 now.) As motives go, plausible enough, I suppose, though... more