The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) is to collect, preserve, and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people. The OHS was founded on May 27, 1893, by members of the Territorial Press Association.
Minutes of the Quarterly Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Oklahoma Historical Society, January 24, 1963 - ark:/67531/metadc2123845
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The Chronicles of Oklahoma
The Chronicles of Oklahoma is the scholarly journal published by the Oklahoma Historical Society. It is a quarterly publication and was first published in 1921.
Article describes the development of Oklahoma statehood, including the divisive nature of the "Separate" vs. "Single" Statehood adoption of the Oklahoma and Indian Territories. Charles Wayne Ellinger provides documentation of the views of territory residents, representatives of the American Indian Nations, and government officials in the process.
Article explores the history of an American stagecoach donated to the Oklahoma Historical Society by the Miller Brothers of 101 Ranch in 1921. John and Mildred Frizzell also describe two other stagecoaches in Oklahoma today and provide pictures of the vehicle.
Notes and Documents section for Volume 41, Number 1, Spring 1963. It includes a document about the publication of the Oklahoma Civil War Centennial map, an announcement recognizing the accomplishments of the Oklahoma City Junior Symphony Orchestra, and a list of the members of the 29th Oklahoma state legislature.
Notes and Documents, Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 41, Number 1, Spring 1963 - ark:/67531/metadc2123846
Article discusses the political career of William H. ("Alfalfa Bill") Murray, focusing on the 1930 gubernatorial election that was his "return" to politics after attempts to plant a colony in Bolivia. Francis W. Schruben describes the obstacles Murray faced along with his characteristic reactions to them.
Article discusses the life and community involvement of Jackson Lewis, a Muscogee (Creek) doctor who served in the Confederate Army and the people of his community in Eufaula, Oklahoma.