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 History: Headlines for August 12th
Here are the stories that made headlines throughout history on August 12th in Sapulpa and Creek County
August 12, 2023Spotlight on Sapulpa History: Headlines for August 11th
Here are the stories making headlines for August 11th in Sapulpa History
August 11, 2023Spotlight on Sapulpa History: Headlines for August 10th
Here's a look at the stories that were headlines for August 10th throughout history in Sapulpa.
August 10, 2023This Week in Sapulpa History: Sapulpa Statistics—Know Your Sapulpa
This week in Sapulpa History, the Business and Professional Women's Club reported on how Sapulpa was shaping up just after World War 2. What did the 1940s look like for Sapulpa?
August 6, 2023This Week in Sapulpa History: Firing Up the Ovens for Rogers Bakery
Roger’s Bakery was the one-stop shop for all baking needs. Bakeries in early day Sapulpa could be found on nearly every corner; grocery stores and meat markets, too, could be found just around the corner and often in the proprietor’s own residence.
July 27, 2023This Week in Sapulpa History: Sapulpa gets an auto factory
The dawn of the new decade would soon bring many factories to the city. The 1910s brought along glass factories, packing plants, and steelwork businesses. Another new industry would begin in this decade for Sapulpa: motor vehicles.
July 20, 2023