The Saint Patrick's Day Robbery At Milton Creek Bank
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In the town of Milton Creek the sun was starting to rise
And Jenna was planning for Ranger David a lovely surprise
Unbeknown to him preparations were now well underway
To hold a party in his honour on this Saint Patrick's day.
She, Anaya, Deb, Tania and Lin had decorated the saloon in green
And to make it the best celebration that the 'Creek had ever seen
David had often talked of Ireland and said one day he'd go back
To see all his family and friends, drink guinness and enjoy the craic.
But he was a long way from Erin, Milton Creek was now home
He was well settled here now and would ne'er again roam
Meanwhile at the far end of town three shady riders had rode in
And stopped by the town bank but were seen by Sheriff Koplin.
He felt uneasy and asked Deputy Terry to keep a watchful eye
On any other other dodgy strangers who might be passing by
Two of the strangers went into the bank; one waited outside
Sheriff Koplin asked Rob at the livery to get horses ready to ride.
The sound of gunshots brought Sheriff Koplin rushing to the bank
One of the robbers was holding a hostage and his spirits sank
He had a colt peacemaker aimed at poor old Ma Kelly's head
Then there was an almighty loud bang and the robber fell dead.
The other two threw down their guns along with bank bags too
Where that well aimed shot had come from nobody knew
Then out of the shadows Jenna appeared Winchester in hand
Saying "I wasn't going to allow them a chance to make a stand" .
Thankfully the drama was over and the two robbers were seized
And Sheriff Koplin ordered them both to get down on their knees
A crowd had now gathered and Sheriff Koplin feared a lynch mob
Old Ma Kelly pleaded with the sheriff and Jenna to finish the job.
Jenna said " we're not vigilantes, we'll let the judge decide
And if anyone breaks the law here, there's no place to hide
Taking hostages and bank robbing for these two there's no hope
They'll probably end their day on earth at the end of a rope".
Then from the direction of the bordello Ranger David appeared
Looked the worse for wear holding his gun whilst rubbing his beard
Said "what's all the shooting? it woke me from my deep sleep"
Then saw the robber in the dust and added "who is that creep?".
Mayor Tom arrived with a wagon to take the robber to Boot Hill
And asked for two strong volunteers to dig a grave and to fill
Jenna and the girls still had work to do and headed for the saloon
And they hoped to get everything ready by late afternoon.
That evening David entered Jenna's saloon and saw all the green
In the corner Tania was sweetly singing the ballad of Annie Breen
Ranger David was totally speechless and he didn't know what to say
Jenna shouted out " this is for you David, happy Saint Patrick's day".
written 23rd March 2023
Copyright © Tom Cunningham | Year Posted 2023
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