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Mosopelea Tribe

The Mosopelea Indians were first recorded on Marquette’s map as an Indian village along the Mississippi River, south of the Ohio River’s mouth. In 1682, LaSalle encountered a Mosopelea chief living with the Taensa tribe after the Mosopelea had suffered destruction by an unidentified enemy. The tribe’s name has various spellings across historical documents, indicating its significance in early American history and interactions with European explorers. Their origins and fate remain partly obscured by time and conflict.

Biography of H. B. Lowery

H. B. Lowery, born on July 9, 1875, in Cherokee County, Oklahoma, has served as chief of police in Nowata since May 1921, demonstrating effective leadership. A Cherokee descendant, he initially worked as a cowboy before engaging in farming and oil production. His law enforcement career began as deputy sheriff, followed by service as an Indian special officer and U.S. deputy marshal. Married to Carrie Abbott, they have six children. Lowery’s commitment to community welfare has earned him respect in Nowata.

Biography of Lolo Chouteau

Lolo Chouteau, born on November 9, 1849, in Johnson County, Kansas, has significantly contributed to agriculture and stock raising in Nowata County. He operates a well-cultivated 230-acre farm near Lenapah, initially establishing himself in Indian Territory. Chouteau married Ada Dodge in 1885 and has four children. His farm supports diverse crops and livestock, alongside a family orchard. A member of the Masons and Woodmen of the World, he actively engages in civic responsibilities and supports the Democratic Party, emphasizing community development.

Biography of Charles E. Vann

Charles E. Vann, born on November 12, 1863, in the Chickasaw Nation, is a prominent farmer in Muskogee County, Oklahoma. Raised in the region, he attended local schools and the Cherokee Male Seminary. Vann has dedicated his life to agriculture, owning 210 acres of well-cultivated land. He married Ada Raymond in 1891, with whom he had a son, John R. Vann was active in local governance, serving as district clerk and on the school board, and is recognized for his contributions to public welfare.

Biography of John Martin Bell

John Martin Bell, born in Texas on October 28, 1859, is a notable farmer in Rogers County, Oklahoma. After his father’s enlistment in the Confederate army during the Civil War, Bell pursued education at local schools and the Cherokee Nation’s Male Seminary. He has successfully farmed a 400-acre tract southwest of Chelsea, engaging in both agriculture and livestock. Married to Minnie Cherokee McCoy, they had nine children. A Democratic supporter and Methodist, Bell is active in local development and is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge.

Biography of John Scullawl

John Scullawl, born on October 17, 1866, to Cherokee parents in Oklahoma, has significantly contributed to Washington County’s agriculture. He owns a valuable farm near Ochelata and a 100-acre rental tract in Matoaka, generating income from oil royalties. Scullawl is experienced in progressive farming methods, successfully cultivating crops and livestock. Married twice, he has three children from his first marriage and is currently raising an adopted grandchild with his second wife, Caroline Jackson. His life reflects the transition from pioneer hardships to modern agricultural success.

Biography of F. F. Finney

F. F. Finney, born in June 1884 at the Kaw agency in Oklahoma, is a prominent businessman serving as superintendent of the gas department for the Indian Territory Illuminating Gas Company. His father, T. M. Finney, was a pioneer who engaged in Indian trading and established several businesses in the region. F. F. Finney is well-acquainted with local conditions and indigenous communities. He married Ila G. Berry in 1902, and they have three sons. His career reflects steady advancement through diligence and capability within the gas industry.

Biography of A. H. Parrish

A. H. Parrish, an influential farmer in Nowata County, was born on November 2, 1870, in the Coowescoowee district. He is the son of Holland and Cynthia Parrish, of Cherokee descent, with family roots in the area dating back to 1869. After leaving the family farm at 22, he established a prosperous 170-acre farm northeast of Alluwe, focusing on grain and livestock while benefiting from local oil production. A community leader and Democratic supporter, Parrish is also a dedicated family man with several children and active in local organizations.

Biography of A. T. Hill

A. T. Hill, born on August 3, 1874, in Dewey, Oklahoma, is a member of a pioneering family in Washington County. He has effectively contributed to agricultural development through his progressive farming techniques. After acquiring education at the Quapoqua Mission School and working for his stepfather, he established his own farming operations, including a substantial home and properties for crop and stock raising. A dedicated community member, Hill is recognized for his hard work, progressive values, and contributions to local development.

Biography of Mrs. Mary C. Bezion

Mrs. Mary C. Bezion, a prominent pioneer of Nowata County, was born on April 14, 1849, in Wyandotte County, Kansas. She is the daughter of Jim Secondine, a chief of the Delaware, and his wife Nancy. Her life has been marked by resilience and significant historical encounters, including meeting President Lincoln and President Roosevelt. A landowner and a widow, Mrs. Bezion remains active in her affairs while residing on her farm. She has a passion for history, especially relating to her heritage, and is in good health at seventy-three.

Biography of W. W. Fields

W. W. Fields was a prominent figure in Oklahoma’s agricultural and oil development, born on March 7, 1890, near Muskogee. He grew up on a family farm and became a successful farmer and oil operator near Dewey, managing 170 acres with modern agricultural practices. Fields married Cora Teague in 1912 and raised two sons. Known for his enterprise and integrity, he made significant contributions to his community and was deeply rooted in Cherokee heritage, passing away with a legacy of hard work and progress.

Biography of Charles Squirrel

Charles Squirrel, born on September 11, 1896, in Matoka, Oklahoma, is a prominent young businessman in Bartlesville with a successful farm and oil interests. Orphaned at a young age, he was adopted and educated across several institutions. At nineteen, he ventured into independence, establishing a commendable career in oil and agriculture. Married to Edna Swinney, he faced personal tragedy with the loss of their daughter, Georgia. Squirrel is recognized for his integrity and business acumen, having achieved success from humble beginnings.

Biography of Judge James Daniel Wilson

Judge James Daniel Wilson, born February 2, 1861, in Tahlequah, Cherokee County, has served as justice of the peace since 1913. He was educated in public schools and the Cherokee Male Seminary, eventually working as a teacher and store clerk. Wilson married Letitia M. Fields in 1883, and they are active in the community and the Democratic Party. He has contributed to local history through donations to the Oklahoma Historical Museum and has a background in civic engagement, including war activities during World War I.

Biography of O. Lonzo Conner

O. Lonzo Conner, born on February 12, 1877, in Indian Territory, is a notable figure from a respected Cherokee family in Oklahoma. He has established himself in the insurance industry as a partner in Ramey Conner and is also involved in oil development. Educated at local schools and Bacone College, Conner began his career in the family hardware business before moving into law enforcement and insurance. A prominent community member, he is active in fraternal organizations and has five children with his wife, Kate.

Biography of Robert Lee Mitchell, M. D.

Dr. Robert Lee Mitchell, born in the Cherokee Nation, Oklahoma, in 1880, practiced medicine in Vinita from 1909 to 1921. A graduate of the University of Arkansas, he later served as a first lieutenant in the Medical Corps during World War I, participating in major offensives in France. He was involved in various medical and civic organizations and held positions such as County physician and surgeon in the U.S. Public Health Service. Dr. Mitchell is recognized for his contributions to the medical field and his community.

Biography of Mrs. Addie Wagon Lowen

Mrs. Addie Wagon Lowen represents the agricultural interests of Washington County with her well-improved farm near Bartlesville. Born in Indiana to Richard and Victoria McDaniel, she married Joseph Wagon, a Delaware tribe member, with whom she had two children before remarrying N. L. Lowen. Together, they manage a 170-acre farm, cultivating crops and dairying with notable success. Deeply engaged in her community’s welfare, Mrs. Lowen has earned the respect and friendship of many through her contributions and dedication.

Biography of Dennis B. Parker

Dennis B. Parker is a prominent agriculturist from Washington County, born on his family’s homestead near Copan. As a member of a pioneer family, he has dedicated his life to farming, currently managing a well-cultivated ranch of fifty acres alongside the family’s eighty-acre home farm. Educated in local schools, he specializes in corn and oats, benefiting from the fertile land. A two-time husband with three children from his first marriage and a Cherokee wife, Parker is respected for his hard work and contributions to local agriculture.

Biography of William Pressley Thompson

William Pressley Thompson, born November 19, 1866, in Texas, became a significant figure in the Cherokee Nation and a prominent attorney in northeastern Oklahoma. He was educated at the Cherokee National Male Seminary and Vanderbilt University, eventually establishing a legal practice in Vinita. Thompson held various roles, including clerk of the Cherokee legislature and U.S. Commissioner. He was married to Elizabeth Clyde Morris and had two daughters. An active member of the community, he contributed to local banking, agriculture, and politics, demonstrating leadership throughout his life.

Biography of James G. Harris, M. D.

Dr. James G. Harris, born on February 18, 1889, in Muskogee County, is a distinguished urologist. He graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1916 and served as a Captain in the Medical Corps during World War I. After returning to Muskogee, he specialized in urology, gaining recognition in the field through extensive study. In addition to his medical career, he co-owns a farm where he raises Hereford cattle. A Democrat and a Methodist, he is active in several medical and fraternal organizations.

Biography of Stephen A. Miller

Stephen A. Miller, a prominent farmer and oilman in Nowata County, has been serving as the acting chief of the Delawares since the death of Chief Journeycake. Born in Kansas in 1863, he comes from a lineage of early settlers and pioneers. Miller has cultivated 640 acres dedicated to farming and stock raising while also managing oil interests. An educated man, he previously attended Bacone University and has been involved in tribal affairs, representing significant financial claims. He married Catherine Armstrong in 1882, and they have six children.