Volume 9 , Issue 18

1923 & 1929 - Oklahoma's Impeachments

Impeachment of John C. Walton and Henry S. Johnston -- Oklahoma's Governor John C. Walton's term was plagued with violence and uprisings throughout the state, most of which stemmed from his war on the Ku Klux Klan. Eventually Walton was impeached and convicted in 1923.

Governor Henry S. Johnston faced impeachment charges when it was alleged that his confidential secretary, Mrs. O. O. Hammonds, had too much influence over Johnston's actions and policies. Charged with general incompetency Johnston was convicted in 1929.

You may research administrative papers from the office of Governor and State Legislature impeachment proceedings.

Resources at the State Archives are available to the public. They house the records of state agencies and state officials. Those planning to visit the archives are encouraged to call ahead to find out what is available. The address is Oklahoma State Archives, 200 Northeast 18th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73105, phone: 405.522.3579 - website: OK State Archives.
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