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The Murder on Turkey Creek

Description: Article describes the investigation of a murder of Richard Wannamaker by Dick Simpson as they traveled in a small caravan from Medicine Lodge, Kansas into Texas.
Date: Autumn 1934
Creator: Buntin, Martha
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Partner: Oklahoma Historical Society

The Founding of El Reno

Description: Article discusses the establishment of the town of El Reno, Oklahoma, its founder John A. Foreman, homestead law in the area, and county seat elections. Berlin B. Chapman includes excerpts of documentation from the time to construct a clearer picture of the townsite and the legalities surrounding its settlement.
Date: Spring 1956
Creator: Chapman, Berlin B.
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Partner: Oklahoma Historical Society

Augustus Spencer Newton, Founder of Yukon

Description: Article discusses the life of the author's father, Augustus Newton Spencer, a railroad contractor and cattleman who founded Yukon, Oklahoma. Mary Spencer Whitlow includes stories from her own memory as well as the growth and development of the town.
Date: Winter 1964
Creator: Whitlow, Mary Spencer
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Partner: Oklahoma Historical Society
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