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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.

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Town of Boley

Est. August 1903 - Inc. May 11, 1905. Boley, Creek Nation, I.T., established as all Black town on land of Creek Indian "Freedwoman" Abigail Barnett. Organized by T.M. Haynes first townsite manager. Named for J. B. Boley, white roadmaster, who convinced Fort Smith & Western Railrad that Blacks could govern themselves. This concept soon boosted population to 4,200. Declared National Historic Landmark District by act of Congress 5-15-75.

Located in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma.

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Today in Oklahoma History

Monday, April 27, 1942

Pryor Tornado

Tornado destroyed Pryor, Oklahoma, killing 100 and injuring 300. more...

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March 27, 2024

A Way To Support Blog Oklahoma

If you would like to support me or say thank you by buying me a coffee for everything I do at Blog Oklahoma, you can do so at Ko-Fi.

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September 25, 2023

The Cherokee Advocate

The Cherokee Advocate was a newspaper for the Cherokee Nation at Tahlequah, Indian Territory, from 1844 to 1906.

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September 25, 2023

Beckham County

About Oklahoma. Beckham County is in western Oklahoma along the Texas border.

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