1890 - 1st Governor of Oklahoma Territory
On this day George Washington Steele was inaugurated in Guthrie as Oklahoma Territory's first governor. He was appointed by US President Benjamin Harrison. more...
Thursday, May 22, 1890

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Oklahoma's four mountain ranges include the Ouachitas, Arbuckles, Wichitas and the Kiamichis.
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Tenkiller State Park / Lake Tenkiller
There are many reasons why we call Tenkiller State Park, "Heaven in the Hills". Located on the shore of scenic Lake Tenkiller, this park is an outdoor recreation wonderland. The magnificent limestone cliffs, crystal clear water and abundant water sports, including an underwater scuba park, make this one of Oklahoma's favorites.
Located in Sequoyah County

Independence
Only remains are a monument dedicated to the school. Independence was a government town built in 1892. In the first 2 months it had three robberies. Had a population of nearly 300 in 1900 but by 1902 was fast becoming a ghost town. It died completely when bypassed by the railroad. After its citizens moved to Custer City in 1902, Independence became a ghost town. It was one of two communities established on the Cheyenne and Arapaho reservations before those reservations were opened to settlement in 1892. Independence had a post office from October 5, 1892, to July 15, 1922. At its peak, the community was served by two newspapers, the Independence Herald and Independence Courier.
Located in Custer County

Indian
Located in Washita County