Contributor: John Laneri
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Sheriff Matt Carson was into page two of the Brazos River Weekly when his Deputy, Jasper Martin, a young man with light hair and a freckled face, returned to the jail house, his lanky body dropping casually into a chair.
“The main street looks quiet,” Jasper said, as he swatted at a fly. “Not much happening – just a couple of scrawny girls standing in front of the saloon.”
“Lets hope it stays quiet,” the Sheriff replied. “I’d like to enjoy the newspaper.”
Jasper watched the Sheriff turn a page. “What are you reading?”
The Sheriff glanced his way. “It's an editorial about the dangers of carrying hand guns. Makes some interesting points about irresponsible people.”
“Ain’t nobody gonna take my forty-five!” Jasper said quickly, his eyes bulging.
“Relax... nobody’s talking about taking away your hand gun....
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John Laneri
