The Journal Record, April 24th, 1986
the federal government, the Oklahoma Senate decided Wednesday.
The vote was 25-19 to approve Senate Joint Resolution 51 by Sen. Robert Miller, D-Beggs.
The state deeded Fountainhead and Arrowhead lodges, both in eastern Oklahoma, back to the federal government last fall under threat of foreclosure on a $15 million loan.
A week ago, the Senate rejected Miller's idea on a 20-21 vote.
It takes 25 votes to pass a bill in the state Senate.
"If we can open Fountainhead back up, we can open up 100 to 150 jobs in my district," Miller said.
The heat is now on Rep. Frank Shurden, D-Henryetta, to g...
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