Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 43, Number 3, Autumn 1965
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The Inland Prairie Town (Article)
Article describes life at inland prairie towns that were established before railroads, and how some became county seats in Oklahoma. Albert S. Giles, Sr., describes his own personal experience at towns like these, including the people who offered services there, circuit riders, and camp houses.
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Booster Attitudes of Some Newspapers in Oklahoma Territory--"The Land of the Fair God" (Article)
Article describes the booster attitudes of frontier editors who promoted land in Oklahoma Territory in order to draw settlers to the area. Major newspapers discussed include the El Reno Democrat, the Kingfisher Free Press, the Watonga Republican, the Arapahoe Arrow, and the Arapohoe Bee.
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A Deputy U. S. Marshal in the Territories (Article)
Article describes the establishment of the criminal justice system in the Oklahoma and Indian Territories, the life and career of U.S. Deputy Marshal William Bartley Murrill, and the major outlaw gangs in the territories during the late nineteenth century.
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Life and Society in Sapulpa (Article)
Article describes the cultural and civic activities that went on in Sapulpa, Indian Territory in the late nineteenth century. Paul P. Jackson describes celebrations, events, social clubs, and various other organizations.
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Nelson Franklin Carr (Article)
Article describes the life of pioneer Nelson Franklin Carr of Washington County, Oklahoma. Harold R. Farrar describes Carr's education, conflict with an Osage band, farming and cattle raising business, marriage into the Cherokee Nation, and success brought by his oil holdings.
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The American Indian and His Name (Article)
Article discusses the meanings behind American Indian names, the assimilation practices of white government officials, and the need for preservation of these cultural identities.
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Minutes of the Quarterly Meeting of the Board of Directors, Oklahoma Historical Society, July 29, 1965 (Article)
This section includes the minutes of the quarterly meeting of the Board of Directors of the Oklahoma Historical Society that was held on July 29, 1965.
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Oklahoma Populism and Historical Interpretation (Article)
Article reviews research and studies over Populism and its origin, focusing specifically on Oklahoma Populism that developed out of agrarian difficulties on the frontier. Donald A. Pickens also touches on the party's fusion with the Democratic party, and the development of the Socialist party.
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The Demise of Populism in Oklahoma Territory (Article)
Article describes the establishment, growth, and eventual demise of the People's Party, or the Populist Party, in Oklahoma Territory in the late nineteenth century. Terry Paul Wilson explores their political agendas, the candidates they supported, and the concept of fusion of parties.
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Albert Andrew Exendine: Carlisle Coach and Teacher (Article)
Article discusses the career and accomplishments of football coach Albert Andrew Exendine. John L. Johnson's interview with the man illustrates his contributions to football history and how his American Indian heritage factored into his experience.
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Notes and Documents, Fall 1965 (Article)
Notes and Documents column including documents about awards, historical notes, and a report from Oklahoma State University.
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Necrology, Fall 1965 (Article)
Column documenting biographical information about Oklahomans who have died, including former OHS Board of Directors member Orel Busby and politician Elmer Thomas.
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Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 43, Number 3, Autumn 1965, periodical, Autumn 1965; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (https://gateway.okhistory.org/ark:/67531/metadc1796181/: accessed June 15, 2024), The Gateway to Oklahoma History, https://gateway.okhistory.org; crediting Oklahoma Historical Society.