The Note(Ed DeRousse) When they cleared his bunk, the deputies found Lizzie’s Bible. The one she left for him when she brought his food. And a note. The note, perhaps, explains best the life of the gunfighter known as “Wild Bill” Langley.

Lizzy, I’m sorry.
Cheyenne changed my life. Until then I was runnin with the Devil at my side. Then I saw you. You convinced me to put the Devil behind me and have faith in God. You and I were gonna live happily ever after.
This is NOT your fault.
I never gave up lovin you.
But I could not escape my reputation. Without you, the devil had too much control of me.
I’m sorry I disappointed you.
I told the boy about us. I hope you are somehow able to protect him from my past. I am sorry! It is up to you to bring him up right. This is not the life I wish for anyone. Raise him up like your father. He is a good man. I’m sure he told you I came to see you to try to fix things, but the devil wouldn’t stand for it.

My time has come. I will be paying for my crimes. I deserve the payment. I regret I was not strong enough for you.
When my time comes, you will be my last thought.

Thank you Lizzy

Bill

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