1849 - Flag planted on Rock Mary
Rock Mary was the most prominent Oklahoma landmark seen on the California Road by Capt. R. B. Marcy. First visited May 23, 1849, and U.S. flag raised on the peak by Lts. M. P. Harrison (brother of Pres. Benj. Harrison) and J.H. Simpson. Named in honor of 17 yr. Mary Conway, grand daughter of Arkansas Gov. Conway and cousin of President James Madison. more...
Wednesday, May 23, 1849

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Oklahoma's State Flower is the Oklahoma Rose
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Rice/Kirby Cabin
This cabin is the oldest known homestead in Payne County. Built in 1876 by Pawnee Rice and later occupied by the William Sherman Tecumseh Kirby family. It has been preserved and restored as a memorial to the pioneer spirit so richly portrayed by these two families. As a further tribute it will be used as a teaching facility to portray the early life of James Francis Thorpe, World's Greatest Athlete, and his personal contribution to the history of our State. The restoration was mad possible by the contributions of the Yale Historical Society, family members, and the Jim Thorpe Memorial Foundation.
Located in Payne County

Fred
Trading post established by Col. Frank Fred in 1870s. Crossroads of Chisholm Trail and The Fort Cobb Stage Road. Post Office Established in 1889. Methodist Church Established in 1889
Located in Grady County

Worley
Small cemetery near Tinker AFB.
Located in Oklahoma County