The Wild Wild Death
Discover the untold stories of the Wild West with The Wild Wild Death podcast. Dive into gripping tales of unusual deaths, historical tragedies, and the life-threatening dangers faced by pioneers in the 19th century. From bizarre medical mishaps to true crime, we talk about the dark side of frontier life. Perfect for history enthusiasts and true crime fans seeking the wildest stories of the past.
The Wild Wild Death
Duel in the Street
In this episode of The Wild Wild Death, we dive into the legendary duel between Jim Courtright, a former lawman who traded his badge for extortion, and Luke Short, a gambler who wasn’t about to be strong-armed. When Courtright demanded respect, Short gave him a lesson in humility—Western style. Join us to learn how a quick draw ended a long career and proved that, in Fort Worth, the house always wins.
If you'd like more information about the history behind this episode of The Wild Wild Death, check out these links:
- https://hometownbyhandlebar.com/?p=31536
- https://scholarworks.sfasu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2531&context=ethj
- https://www.legendsofamerica.com/timothy-courtright/
- https://www.legendsofamerica.com/we-lukeshort/
- https://www.oldwest.org/jim-courtright/
- https://www.shootingtimes.com/editorial/gunfighter-longhair-jim/99411
- https://www.historynet.com/fort-worths-wild-white-elephant-saloon/#:~:text=The%20Fort%20Worth%20establishment%20began,place%20was%20seized%20by%20attachment
