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Booker T. Washington’s arrival in Muskogee caused a commotion. His arrival attracted a crowd estimated to number between five and six thousand when he arrived on November 20th, 1905. Naturally, most in the crowd were African Americans.

Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. The day, which falls on Wednesday, May 5 in 2021, is also known as Battle of Puebla Day.

There will be a Golden Family Reunion planning meeting on May 31st at 1:00 p.m. at the school pavilion. Memorial Day is approaching. The town is asking those who live out of town to please make your donations early.

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month is a commemoration of the culture, traditions, and history of Asian American and Pacific Islander people in the United States.

FELONIES Joseph Aaron Bakken OSW—driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol Steve Wendell Gray OSW—aggravated assault and battery MISDEMEANORS Charlie Dean Driggers—obstructing an Officer Kenneth Don Williams—trespassing after being forbidden MARRIAGE Logan Heath Curtis and...

AFTERLIFE—In a statement issued from the afterlife, various Civil War soldiers said that while it was tragic that they had to experience the war that threatened the Republic, they were at least thankful that they weren’t around on January 6, 2021, when the absolute worst attack on our democratic...

U.S.—It is a contentious time in this country, with a sharp partisan divide and extremists committing acts of violence, but a number of people have stumbled upon what they think could be the answer: lots of yelling at each other.

JAIL/BOOKING REPORT Joseph Aaron Bakken—driving under the influence of alcohol Charlie Dean Driggers—driving with license canceled, suspended or revoked; obstruction of investigation; second degree forgery—falsely obtains signature; arson, second degree; possession of paraphernalia; domestic...

YEAGER February 1, 1901— surveyed and staked the town of “Foster” now Yeager. April 20th , 1901 was incorporated as “Yeager”. June 1905—first volume—Yeager newspaper called “Yeager Record”. Weekly paper subscription, $1.00 year.

Start planning to give blood at the upcoming blood drive on June 3, from 9 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at First National Bank in Holdenville. To schedule an appointment contact Mary Ann Ledbetter at 405-379-3902.