This paper from the 23rd Conference on Application of Accelerators in Research and Industry conference proceedings evaluates the potential of particle induced X-ray emission spectrometry as a tool for future Ozarks chert provenance studies based on its ability to facilitate discrimination of Ozarks chert materials from different geological formations and identification of discrete groups of artifacts from the same geological formation.

Article announces the death of the president of the Oklahoma Historical Society, Charles F. Colcord, and the times for his funeral services.

Article provides a narrative of the archaeological expedition five University of Oklahoma students took with Joseph B. Thoburn to Honey Creek in remembrance of the professor. Elmer L. Fraker, one of the students, discusses their findings in Big Mouth Cavern and the humorous memories of the journey.

Article narrates the history and construction surrounding Hildebrand's Mill which was operational during the 19th century as a lumber mill.

Article explores the history of the New Springplace mission at Oaks, Oklahoma, and the Danish Lutheran missionary who ran it for a time, Reverend Niels Laurids Nielsen. Jens Christian Kjaer provides biographical details about the man's life and his contribution to the creation of a public school system in the area.

Notes and Documents column including a personal narrative written by Nettie DeMoss about her experiences growing up in Indian Territory. Norman Crowe, editor of the document, provides an introduction to the piece.