The Choctaw, Oklahoma and Gulf Railroad was constructed in the 1890s from Arkansas to Indian Territory. Between 1895 and 1897, the construction passed through the Creek Nation. During this period, a railroad camp was set up to service the railroad construction. Railroad workers called the camp "Holden" in honor of J.F. Holden, the Auditor and Traffic Manager of Choctaw, Oklahoma, and Gulf Railroad. In 1895, a request was delivered to the U.S. Congress to establish a post office in Holden. The request was rejected because the name was too similar to another post office called "Holder." The proposed name was then altered to "Holdenville" and was accepted (Crawford, B., et al. (1998). Holdenville - 100 Years and Counting. Marceline, MO: D-Books Publishing, Inc.)HOLDENVILLE/BOTTLING/WORKS/HOLDENVILLE, I.T. Aqua & 6 3/4 inches tall with an unmarked base. Fletcher notes its rarity. Dirt and staining at base. Haze and external case wear noticeable with what appear to be nick marks throughout. Minor lip chip. Black lettering on slug plate. Nice coloring and sheen in the light. Please see photos!Date: Country (if not USA): State: OklahomaCity: HoldenvilleProvenance: Gary Bracken Collection