January 19, 1911 – Washington D.C. – In a shocking turn of events, Oklahoma Senator Thomas Gore has been accused of attempting to bribe his way to financial gain through a series of shady Indian land contracts. The scandal, which has been brewing for months, came to a head as Senator Gore addressed the House Committee investigating the allegations.
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Key Facts
- State: Oklahoma
- Category: Public Corruption
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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