You only think you know Sapulpa.
Every week we publish stories of Sapulpa's history, recalling both the events at the time, and the nostalgia for days gone by. Dig in and learn more about what the Sapulpa of yesteryear was like.
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Spotlight on Sapulpa: Headlines in History for October 4th
Sapulpa headlines: Oct 4, 1906 - New hotel construction begins. Oct 4, 1930 - Mrs. Wallace wins golf tourney. Oct 4, 1971 - Four Sapulpa students in Tulsa Youth Symphony. Oct 4, 1994 - Sapulpa High School homecoming royalty crowned.
October 4, 2023Spotlight on Sapulpa: Headlines in History for October 3rd
Headlines: Oct 3, 1918- Double your Liberty Bond quota. Oct 3, 1927- Rain causes 3 car crashes. Oct 3, 1945- Bristow farmer's gate latches featured in national magazine. Oct 3, 1951- Dickerson named H.S. principal; Baker takes Washington Junior High helm.
October 3, 2023Spotlight on Sapulpa: Headlines in History for October 2nd
"Sapulpa's history in headlines: Oil Field Fire, Masonic Hall Move, School for Handicapped, Twirler's National Success."
October 2, 2023This Week in Sapulpa History: Local club built homes
The Kiwanis had finished their model home and would have an open house on October 2nd through the 4th, 1925.
October 1, 2023Spotlight on Sapulpa: Headlines in History for October 1st
"Sapulpa's history in headlines: Sapulpa Day at Muskogee Fair, NAACP Fishing Dock Dispute, Jury Selection Change, & BBQ Contest."
October 1, 2023Spotlight on Sapulpa: Headlines in History for September 30th
Sapulpa historical headlines: Cattle dipping vat planned (1904), X-ray unit's last day (1949), Cornbread champion at fair (1958), VFW anniversary celebration (1966).
September 30, 2023