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Forgotten Founder: Charles G. "Gristmill" Jones and the Growth of Oklahoma City, 1889-1911 (open access)

Forgotten Founder: Charles G. "Gristmill" Jones and the Growth of Oklahoma City, 1889-1911

Article discusses the life and pursuits of Oklahoma City founder Charles Jones. As a businessman and an important political figure, his development of canals, railroads, and state fairs in Oklahoma City and his dedication to its growth made lasting impact in the early years of its creation.
Date: Spring 2002
Creator: Bachhofer, Aaron, II
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Oklahoma's Rising Star: The Election of Mike Monroney to the United States Senate (open access)

Oklahoma's Rising Star: The Election of Mike Monroney to the United States Senate

Article describes in detail the rise of Mike Monroney, a young and progressive democrat from the House of Representatives in his bid for a seat on the United States Senate in 1950. Philip A. Grant, Jr. describes the events of the election race, particularly his competition with Senator Elmer Thomas.
Date: Summer 2002
Creator: Grant, Philip A., Jr.
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History