One of the toughest men
of his time was Hennessey, a bully feared by all, and afraid of no man. When
arrested for stealing a watch, he was arraigned before Justice of the Peace
O’Rourke. He was ordered by the court to lay aside his weapons. He refused so
the Judge gave instructions to the Chief Morrison to disarm the prisoner or he
would have to adjourn court. Hennessy, the prisoner said, “Very well, court is
adjourned” and calmly walked out of the courtroom. In spite of the lawless
element that always invades a new territory, women were perfectly safe. The
toughest character would show respect and chivalry for members of the opposite
sex.
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