Black Bart's Nemesis -
Lawman James B. Hume

James B. Hume began his career as a lawman in Placerville, CA. (hangtown) in 1862 when he was appointed City Marshal. In 1864 he was appointed Undersheriff of El Dorado County, a position he held for five years. In 1869 he was elected Sheriff after having won the election in 1868. In 1873 James B. Hume became the Chief Special Officer of Wells, Fargo & Company. His reputation as a relentless pursuer of lawbreakers was soon bolstered by his arrest of the famous stage robber, Black Bart. Pictured below are his Henry rifle that was on display in the Wells, Fargo museum in San Francisco for many years. Also pictured are his sheriff and undersheriff badge.

James B. Hume's Henry rifle and badges.

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