Wyatt Earp took part in the wagering of something of value.
Gambling is the wager #Verb of money or something of value ( referred to as `` the stakes '' ) on an event with an uncertain outcome with the primary intent of winning money or material goods . Wyatt Earp . He was at different times a constable , city policeman , county sheriff , Deputy U.S. Marshal , teamster , buffalo hunter , bouncer , saloon-keeper , gambler , brothel keeper , miner , and boxing referee .