What was meant by, "Curry was a 'New Mexican sheriff of fame.'"?

a.

Curry had a very bad reputation among many Indians.

b.

Curry was not a very good sheriff.

c.

Curry was a movie star before becoming sheriff.

d.

Curry had a very good reputation.

I think the meaning of "Curry was a 'New Mexican sheriff of fame.'" is: Curry had a very good reputation.

Sherrif curry was really famous because he personally took charge in eliminating several bandit gangs and indians that terrorized new mexico. Making him popular enough to run as its mayor.