In his youth, his nick name had been 'Red' due to the very obvious, flaming red hair.  That name had stuck despite the grey that now dominated his hair.  He was a veteran auctioneer, one that had run auctions all over the state of Texas.  He had a ready smile and jovial nature that usually hid his more serious side, the one that dealt with money.  He took his job seriously and more than one road agent had learned the hard way, that he was not a man to mess with.