Con Man Soapy Smith is Shot Dead
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The Rise and Fall of a Con Artist in Denver
This chapter explores the ascent of 'Soapy', a cunning con artist skilled in deception, who learns the tricks of the trade from mentor Doc Bags. As he takes over operations and builds his criminal empire in Denver, Soapy's growing notoriety draws the attention of reformist forces, leading to a pivotal confrontation in the fight against corruption.
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