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Choctaw Execution of Silan Lewis

Description: Photograph of the execution of Choctaw Silan Lewis in Wilburton, I.T. Wilburton was at the time in Gaines County in the Choctaw Nation (now Latimer County). The execution took place on November 5, 1894. Sheriff Lyman Pusley executed Lewis with his rifle. Lewis was convicted of killing Joe Hoklotubbe.
Date: November 5, 1894
Creator: Frank Raymond
Partner: Oklahoma Historical Society

Robbers Cave State Park

Description: Photograph of Robbers Cave State Park, Wilburton, OK. Photo by Jeff D. Griffin, Oklahoma Planning & Resources Board. Printed by Bond Lithographing & Printing Co.
Date: unknown
Creator: Griffin, Jeff D.
Partner: Oklahoma Historical Society
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