Near Ringold in McCurtain County, Oklahoma — The American South (West South Central)
Alikchi Court Ground
Photographed By Jason Armstrong, August 27, 2011
1. Alikchi Court Ground Marker
Nearby Alikchi Springs was site of court ground for Apukshunnubbee District, Choctaw Nation, 1838-1906. Justice dispensed here for major crimes committed by Choctaws, including capital punishment. Last legal execution under Choctaw law carried out here July 13, 1899, when William Goings was executed for murder by sheriff Tom Watson before hundreds of witnesses. Alikchi is Choctaw word for Medicine Man (currently refers to medical doctor)
Erected 1995 by Oklahoma Historical Society. (Marker Number 210.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Oklahoma Historical Society series list. A significant historical date for this entry is July 13, 1899.
Location. 34° 10.474′ N, 95° 4.675′ W. Marker is near Ringold, Oklahoma, in McCurtain County. Marker is on State Highway 3, half a mile east of Local Highway 70330, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Ringold OK 74754, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 15 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Clear Creek Water Mill (approx. 11.9 miles away); Elliott Academy (approx. 11.9 miles away); Officers' Row (approx. 14.3 miles
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Credits. This page was last revised on February 18, 2020. It was originally submitted on February 17, 2020, by Jason Armstrong of Talihina, Oklahoma. This page has been viewed 424 times since then and 86 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on February 17, 2020, by Jason Armstrong of Talihina, Oklahoma. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
