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Key Historical Foundations (1890–1936) 1. Charles Page, Coal Mining, and the Oil Boom Charles Page is believed to have learned coal mining in Raton, New Mexico, before moving to Oklahoma. Using his coal-mining knowledge, he strikes oil—pioneering the development of Sand Springs. His success draws other influential figures, creating a network that drives Tulsa’s early growth. 2. Networking with Robson & Drummond Charles Page connects with L.S. Robson (Rogers County) and Fred Getner Drummond (Osage County). Robson is credited with helping establish a law school and appointing the youngest judge in Oklahoma’s history—a storyline evoking “Killers of the Flower Moon.” Their collective influence begins weaving the legal and financial frameworks that shape Oklahoma’s modern landscape. 3. Tulsa Race Massacre (1921) & L.S. Robson’s Banking Ventures The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre devastates Greenwood, killing an estimated 300 Black Tulsans. Many remain missing to this day. Around this time, Sarah Page—famously associated with the incident—disappears, fueling various conspiracy theories. By 1936, L.S. Robson co-founds RCB Bank, establishing roots in finance that deepen his influence across Rogers County and beyond. 4. Urban Legends & Speakeasies Charles Page’s rumored underground tunnels for liquor smuggling add another layer of mystique. Local lore suggests that bodies from the Race Massacre could be hidden in coal mine shafts or near these tunnels—a chilling possibility that merges historical fact with whispered legend. Rise of Fair Oaks & the Salvage Industry (1951–1972) 1. **Poeboys Salvage Inc. (Blackrock) The salvage business, originating around 1951, evolves into what is now known as Poeboys Salvage Inc. Ownership and operation of salvage yards begin to intersect with broader questions of land use and municipal planning. 2. Creation of Fair Oaks Township (1966) L.S. Robson, Sam Walton, Frank Robson, and Helen Robson establish Fair Oaks Township, reportedly without fully informing some landowners. L.S. Robson’s connection to Sam Walton (he gave Walton an early loan) cements a financial and familial alliance—later underpinning corporate powerhouses like Walmart. 3. Development Plans (1972) By the early 1970s, city planners and private entities lay out land-development projects, which include or affect salvage yard territories. Disputes escalate over eminent domain, zoning, and alleged unauthorized annexations.
Annexation and Modern-Day Legal Controversies (2001–2024) 1. Annexation of Fair Oaks (2001) Fair Oaks, Oklahoma, is annexed into the City of Tulsa. Various property owners, including Henry Winn of Plainview Salvage, claim they were never notified. This contested annexation plants the seeds for legal challenges that will unravel years later. 2. Ownership Changes (2002–2016) In 2002, August Wakat acquires part-ownership of Plainview Salvage. He leaves in 2004 to start Poeboys Salvage Inc. in North Tulsa, only to return later and eventually purchase the Plainview Salvage land outright in 2016. A mysterious $12 million lien linked to a Lamar billboard further complicates the property’s status. 3. City Ordinance Violations & Million-Dollar Fines Dating back to February 23, 2002, (enforced in 2022), Tulsa cites Wakat for ordinance violations, racking up daily fines that surpass $1.1 million. In August 2024, the city’s case against Wakat is dismissed, uncovering that Tulsa lacks the proper annexation documents for Fair Oaks (case CV-2023-1583). 4. Property Sale & Alleged Wire Fraud (April 21, 2024) A potential property sale worth $5.8 million to $15 million falls apart after Wakat alerts a realtor to the $12 million lien. Suspicions of wire fraud emerge, yet no formal police report is filed.
District Attorney Correspondence: A Modern-Day Flashpoint Allegations and Request for Investigation Amid these mounting controversies, August Wakat sends a series of letters to District Attorney Stephen A. Kunzweiler of Tulsa County, calling attention to what he describes as “serious allegations of criminal misconduct” involving the City of Tulsa, RCB Bank, and others connected to the annexation of Fair Oaks Township. The letters (dated December 12, 2024, and filed under case CV-2024-2320) assert: 1. Failure to Investigate Wakat alleges that despite multiple grievances—ranging from conspiracy and racketeering (Oklahoma Statutes §§21-421 and 21-425) to unauthorized annexation—no comprehensive investigation has been undertaken by the DA’s office. 2. Criminal Racketeering Concerns The letters cite Oklahoma Statutes (Title 21, Chapter 11) on criminal racketeering, urging the DA to consider how these laws may apply to alleged “criminal activities” involving city officials, code enforcement officers, and influential local bankers. 3. Threats and Intimidation Wakat describes encounters in which he feared for his safety, including one in an elevator with the District Attorney, during which he claims his concerns were not addressed. He names RCB Bank chairman Joe Robson, philanthropist Frank Robson, Sam Walton, and others as part of a circle potentially involved in intimidation tactics related to land deals. 4. Historical Connections: Tulsa Race Massacre & Coal Mines Wakat calls for an inquiry into whether the remains of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre victims could be in coal mines near the annexed properties, suggesting the city has “historically failed” to investigate these claims. 5. FBI Allegations Citing a case involving FBI Agent Duron (Case #1071185_AQ), Wakat maintains that real-estate fraud allegations against the City of Tulsa and the Tulsa Area Metro Planning Commission remain unaddressed. 6. Calls for Venue Change & Impartiality Wakat formally requests that the case be transferred to a different venue to avoid perceived conflicts of interest, calling for an independent investigation into the entire annexation dispute.
Clashing Timelines: Linking 1921 to 2024 The central thrust of this documentary is the stark realization that controversies dating back to the early 1900s and the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre continue to reverberate in today’s legal battles. The DA correspondence underscores the following thematic links: Buried Histories: Whether in unmarked mass graves, hidden coal mine tunnels, or incomplete annexation documents, the sense of “something missing” permeates these stories. Influence and Power: Key figures such as Charles Page, L.S. Robson, Sam Walton, and Fred Drummond shaped Oklahoma’s financial and political landscape—and their legacies still hold sway, as seen in allegations that even modern banks like RCB Bank may be implicated in ongoing controversies. Access to Justice: From the unresolved Race Massacre aftermath to present-day claims of racketeering, the question remains: who holds power in the region, and how does that influence law enforcement, prosecutions, and public policy?
Conclusion: A Century in the Making In merging the newly surfaced letters to District Attorney Kunzweiler with over 100 years of Oklahoma history, this documentary paints a portrait of a state grappling with unhealed wounds and unresolved injustices. The tension between personal property rights, corporate interests, municipal power, and historical reckoning forms the heartbeat of the narrative. 1. On-Site Investigations Cameras roll in Sand Springs, exploring old speakeasy sites and rumored underground tunnels. Drone footage of suspected annexed land underscores the dispute’s scope. Interviews with local historians and archivists reveal how little official documentation exists for these controversies—fueling further suspicion. 2. Courtroom Drama and Public Records Court filings in cases such as CV-2023-1583 and CV-2024-2320 offer insight into the city’s and private parties’ legal strategies. Recorded testimony and the absence of certain documents raise fresh questions about accountability. 3. Voices of the Past, Echoes in the Present Descendants of victims from the Tulsa Race Massacre speak on the ongoing quest to locate and honor their ancestors’ remains. Ranchers and salvage yard owners share firsthand accounts of how modern annexation disputes affect their livelihoods. Ultimately, From Coal Mines to Courtrooms: The Hidden History Shaping Tulsa’s Future transcends its role as a simple account of land disputes or a revelation of municipal shortcomings. Instead, it emerges as a profound study of how a longstanding culture of secrecy—initially fueled by the early oil industry, further obscured by racial conflict, and upheld by modern power structures—continues to influence every aspect of life, law, and identity in present-day Oklahoma. By intertwining the film’s sweeping historical narrative with direct pleas to District Attorney Kunzweiler, the documentary demonstrates that these issues remain powerfully relevant. There is a tangible hope that, by illuminating the past, we can finally achieve the openness and justice that have been long overdue—stretching all the way back to that fateful elevator ride with Sarah Page in 1921, and extending forward to December 9, 2024, with August Wakat.

FROM COAL MINES TO COURTROOMS: THE HIDDEN HISTORY SHAPING TULSAS FUTURE, TULSA COUNTY, OKLAHOMA CV-2024-2320

Introduction

This documentary delves into a hidden piece of American history—an untold story of how a chain of events stretching back to the early statehood of Oklahoma continues to influence lives today. It begins with Charles Page, a coal miner turned oil magnate, whose ventures in Sand Springs, Oklahoma, laid the groundwork for significant economic and political developments. Through his associations with powerful figures like L.S. Robson and Fred Getner Drummond, we see how land ownership, law, and banking became tools for shaping the region’s future.

Yet behind the glitz of oil strikes and burgeoning banks lurks a darker past: the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, which claimed the lives of an estimated 300 Black Tulsans—lives still unaccounted for. Rumors persist of underground tunnels near Charles Page’s speakeasy and buried remains in abandoned coal mines, hinting at a legacy of secrecy and tragedy. Meanwhile, L.S. Robson, Sam Walton’s father-in-law, helps found what eventually became RCB Bank and is instrumental in creating Fair Oaks Township—allegedly without notice to some landowners, thereby laying the seeds for future legal battles.

Fast forward to modern times, and the centuries-old fault lines over land, wealth, and power resurface in the story of August Wakat, owner of Poeboys Salvage Inc. Wakat’s business becomes entangled in a maze of multimillion-dollar liens, city ordinances, annexation controversies, and allegations of fraud—unraveling yet another chapter in Oklahoma’s long-standing tradition of contested property and disputed jurisdiction. These present-day legal struggles intersect with new revelations about the Tulsa Race Massacre and the possibility of remains in old coal mines, raising questions about how much of Oklahoma’s past remains buried—both literally and figuratively.

Key Historical Foundations (1890–1936)

  1. Charles Page, Coal Mining, and the Oil Boom
    • Charles Page is believed to have learned coal mining in Raton, New Mexico, before moving to Oklahoma.
    • Using his coal-mining knowledge, he strikes oil—pioneering the development of Sand Springs.
    • His success draws other influential figures, creating a network that drives Tulsa’s early growth.
  2. Networking with Robson & Drummond
    • Charles Page connects with L.S. Robson (Rogers County) and Fred Getner Drummond (Osage County).
    • Robson is credited with helping establish a law school and appointing the youngest judge in Oklahoma’s history—a storyline evoking “Killers of the Flower Moon.”
    • Their collective influence begins weaving the legal and financial frameworks that shape Oklahoma’s modern landscape.
  1. Tulsa Race Massacre (1921) & L.S. Robson’s Banking Ventures
    • The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre devastates Greenwood, killing an estimated 300 Black Tulsans. Many remain missing to this day.
    • Around this time, Sarah Page—famously associated with the incident—disappears, fueling various conspiracy theories.
    • By 1936, L.S. Robson co-founds RCB Bank, establishing roots in finance that deepen his influence across Rogers County and beyond.
  2. Urban Legends & Speakeasies
    • Charles Page’s rumored underground tunnels for liquor smuggling add another layer of mystique.
    • Local lore suggests that bodies from the Race Massacre could be hidden in coal mine shafts or near these tunnels—a chilling possibility that merges historical fact with whispered legend.

Rise of Fair Oaks & the Salvage Industry (1951–1972)

  1. **Poeboys Salvage Inc. (Blackrock)
    • The salvage business, originating around 1951, evolves into what is now known as Poeboys Salvage Inc.
    • Ownership and operation of salvage yards begin to intersect with broader questions of land use and municipal planning.
  2. Creation of Fair Oaks Township (1966)
    • L.S. Robson, Sam Walton, Frank Robson, and Helen Robson establish Fair Oaks Township, reportedly without fully informing some landowners.
    • L.S. Robson’s connection to Sam Walton (he gave Walton an early loan) cements a financial and familial alliance—later underpinning corporate powerhouses like Walmart.
  3. Development Plans (1972)
    • By the early 1970s, city planners and private entities lay out land-development projects, which include or affect salvage yard territories.
    • Disputes escalate over eminent domain, zoning, and alleged unauthorized annexations.

Annexation and Modern-Day Legal Controversies (2001–2024)

  1. Annexation of Fair Oaks (2001)
    • Fair Oaks, Oklahoma, is annexed into the City of Tulsa. Various property owners, including Henry Winn of Plainview Salvage, claim they were never notified.
    • This contested annexation plants the seeds for legal challenges that will unravel years later.
  1. Ownership Changes (2002–2016)
    • In 2002, August Wakat acquires part-ownership of Plainview Salvage.
    • He leaves in 2004 to start Poeboys Salvage Inc. in North Tulsa, only to return later and eventually purchase the Plainview Salvage land outright in 2016.
    • A mysterious $12 million lien linked to a Lamar billboard further complicates the property’s status.
  2. City Ordinance Violations & Million-Dollar Fines
    • Dating back to February 23, 2002, (enforced in 2022), Tulsa cites Wakat for ordinance violations, racking up daily fines that surpass $1.1 million.
    • In August 2024, the city’s case against Wakat is dismissed, uncovering that Tulsa lacks the proper annexation documents for Fair Oaks (case CV-2023-1583).
  3. Property Sale & Alleged Wire Fraud (April 21, 2024)
    • A potential property sale worth $5.8 million to $15 million falls apart after Wakat alerts a realtor to the $12 million lien.
    • Suspicions of wire fraud emerge, yet no formal police report is filed.

District Attorney Correspondence: A Modern-Day Flashpoint

Allegations and Request for Investigation

Amid these mounting controversies, August Wakat sends a series of letters to District Attorney Stephen A. Kunzweiler of Tulsa County, calling attention to what he describes as “serious allegations of criminal misconduct” involving the City of Tulsa, RCB Bank, and others connected to the annexation of Fair Oaks Township. The letters (dated December 12, 2024, and filed under case CV-2024-2320) assert:

  1. Failure to Investigate
    • Wakat alleges that despite multiple grievances—ranging from conspiracy and racketeering (Oklahoma Statutes §§21-421 and 21-425) to unauthorized annexation—no comprehensive investigation has been undertaken by the DA’s office.
  2. Criminal Racketeering Concerns
    • The letters cite Oklahoma Statutes (Title 21, Chapter 11) on criminal racketeering, urging the DA to consider how these laws may apply to alleged “criminal activities” involving city officials, code enforcement officers, and influential local bankers.
  3. Threats and Intimidation
    • Wakat describes encounters in which he feared for his safety, including one in an elevator with the District Attorney, during which he claims his concerns were not addressed.
    • He names RCB Bank chairman Joe Robson, philanthropist Frank Robson, Sam Walton, and others as part of a circle potentially involved in intimidation tactics related to land deals.
  1. Historical Connections: Tulsa Race Massacre & Coal Mines
    • Wakat calls for an inquiry into whether the remains of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre victims could be in coal mines near the annexed properties, suggesting the city has “historically failed” to investigate these claims.
  2. FBI Allegations
    • Citing a case involving FBI Agent Duron (Case #1071185_AQ), Wakat maintains that real-estate fraud allegations against the City of Tulsa and the Tulsa Area Metro Planning Commission remain unaddressed.
  3. Calls for Venue Change & Impartiality
    • Wakat formally requests that the case be transferred to a different venue to avoid perceived conflicts of interest, calling for an independent investigation into the entire annexation dispute.

District Attorney’s Oath and Constitutional Duty

In his letter to the DA, Wakat highlights Article VI, Clause 3 of the U.S. Constitution, reminding the DA that elected officials are obligated to “support and defend” the Constitution, including the duty to investigate crimes within their jurisdiction—regardless of external pressures or alleged conflicts of interest.

Clashing Timelines: Linking 1921 to 2024

The central thrust of this documentary is the stark realization that controversies dating back to the early 1900s and the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre continue to reverberate in today’s legal battles. The DA correspondence underscores the following thematic links:

  • Buried Histories: Whether in unmarked mass graves, hidden coal mine tunnels, or incomplete annexation documents, the sense of “something missing” permeates these stories.
  • Influence and Power: Key figures such as Charles Page, L.S. Robson, Sam Walton, and Fred Drummond shaped Oklahoma’s financial and political landscape—and their legacies still hold sway, as seen in allegations that even modern banks like RCB Bank may be implicated in ongoing controversies.
  • Access to Justice: From the unresolved Race Massacre aftermath to present-day claims of racketeering, the question remains: who holds power in the region, and how does that influence law enforcement, prosecutions, and public policy?

Conclusion: A Century in the Making

In merging the newly surfaced letters to District Attorney Kunzweiler with over 100 years of Oklahoma history, this documentary paints a portrait of a state grappling with unhealed wounds and unresolved injustices. The tension between personal property rights, corporate interests, municipal power, and historical reckoning forms the heartbeat of the narrative.

  1. On-Site Investigations
    • Cameras roll in Sand Springs, exploring old speakeasy sites and rumored underground tunnels.
    • Drone footage of suspected annexed land underscores the dispute’s scope.
    • Interviews with local historians and archivists reveal how little official documentation exists for these controversies—fueling further suspicion.
  2. Courtroom Drama and Public Records
    • Court filings in cases such as CV-2023-1583 and CV-2024-2320 offer insight into the city’s and private parties’ legal strategies.
    • Recorded testimony and the absence of certain documents raise fresh questions about accountability.
  3. Voices of the Past, Echoes in the Present
    • Descendants of victims from the Tulsa Race Massacre speak on the ongoing quest to locate and honor their ancestors’ remains.
    • Ranchers and salvage yard owners share firsthand accounts of how modern annexation disputes affect their livelihoods.

Ultimately, From Coal Mines to Courtrooms: The Hidden History Shaping Tulsa’s Future transcends its role as a simple account of land disputes or a revelation of municipal shortcomings. Instead, it emerges as a profound study of how a longstanding culture of secrecy—initially fueled by the early oil industry, further obscured by racial conflict, and upheld by modern power structures—continues to influence every aspect of life, law, and identity in present-day Oklahoma. By intertwining the film’s sweeping historical narrative with direct pleas to District Attorney Kunzweiler, the documentary demonstrates that these issues remain powerfully relevant. There is a tangible hope that, by illuminating the past, we can finally achieve the openness and justice that have been long overdue—stretching all the way back to that fateful elevator ride with Sarah Page in 1921, and extending forward to December 9, 2024, with August Wakat.

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