Charles A. Shibell
American sheriff (1841–1908) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Charles A. Shibell (August 14, 1841 – October 21, 1908) was a teamster, miner, hotel owner, customs inspector, recorder, and Pima County, Arizona County Sheriff and a contemporary of Wyatt Earp and his brothers. Shibell promised a job as Deputy Sheriff to Earp, but when Earp announced his support for Bob Paul as the next sheriff, Shibell appointed Earp's antagonist Johnny Behan to the position instead.
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Born | (1841-08-14)August 14, 1841 |
Died | October 21, 1908(1908-10-21) (aged 67) |
Occupation(s) | Miner, customs inspector, Pima County Sheriff, county recorder |
Known for | Pima County Sheriff at the time of the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral |
Spouse(s) | Mercedes Sais Quiroz; Nellie Norton |
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