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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This Week in Sapulpa History: Oil Boom and Torpedo Boom
During Sapulpa's oil boom days, it wasn't uncommon to use explosives to help get the oil faster. The job was dangerous, and came with its casualties.
October 12, 2023Spotlight on Sapulpa: Headlines in History for October 9th
Sapulpa's Past: Oct. 9, 1911 - Catcher Coe weds; 1955 - Jaycees Halloween Carnival; 1958 - Push to sell old airport site; 1977 - Paul Harvey to speak in Sapulpa.
October 9, 2023Spotlight on Sapulpa: Headlines in History for October 8th
Sapulpa's History: Oct. 8, 1915 - Premium Glass Plant Fire; 1937 - B & B Softball Team Honored; 1952 - Woodlawn Fun Night Plans; 1986 - Community Aid Amid Flood Threat.
October 8, 2023Spotlight on Sapulpa: Headlines in History for October 7th
"Sapulpa headlines: 10/7/58 - Willie's luck with $100 win, 10/7/69 - Payroll checks stolen, 10/7/93 - Golf fee concerns for seniors, 10/7/09 - Kiefer's football rise."
October 7, 2023Spotlight on Sapulpa: Headlines in History for October 6th
Sapulpa headlines: Oct 6, 1948 - WWII remains return, Kellyville officer. Oct 6, 1971 - Booker T. Washington School vandalized. Oct 6, 1985 - State probes Sapulpa house fire. Oct 6, 1996 - Mounds High School Homecoming Queen crowned.
October 6, 2023Spotlight on Sapulpa: Headlines in History for October 5th
Sapulpa headlines: Oct 5, 1915 - Notorious gamblers face charges. Oct 5, 1933 - Phones reinstated in courthouse for economy. Oct 5, 1966 - Local horse wins Tulsa State Fair. Oct 5, 1976 - Efforts to modernize rail crossing over Bryan Ave sought.
October 5, 2023