 After the battle , Chafin went back to his normal work as sheriff of Logan County and " became more arrogant " , believing his position to be unassailable . He became involved in a number of illegal ventures , including a <unk> operation . He also became increasingly important within the West Virginia Democratic party , due to his celebrity status after the battle . He was frequently present in the state capitol , and attended the 1924 Democratic National Convention as a member of the West Virginia delegation . 
