Exploring Oklahoma History
We're Here to Explore the Great State of Oklahoma, to Remember Those Who Came Before Us, and Learn the Lessons of Oklahoma's Past Together.
Oklahoma Historic Place of the Day
Turkey Track Ranch
Site of ranch headquarters was 2-1/2 mi north of here. Roundups where on present site of Cushing. This area was grazing land for Texas cattle driven north 1866 to 1885. The region was opened to settlers on Sept. 22, 1892. Sac and Fox village 1/4 mile north.
Located in Payne County, Oklahoma.
Today in Oklahoma History
Saturday, February 28, 1920
Oklahoma and the 19th Amendment
On February 28, 1920, Oklahoma voted to ratify the 19th Amendment. By August of 1920, 36 states (including Oklahoma) ratified the amendment and it became law, ensuring that the right to vote could not be denied based on sex. The amendment reads: "The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of sex." More ...
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