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View Comments Dr. Daniel Coxe III had a pretty nice job in England. He took care of King Charles II, who ate and drank in moderation, exercised a lot and rarely fell ill. He conducted scientific studies, such as the effect of nicotine on animals. Theres an entry in Samuel Pepys diary about the poisoning of a cat with tobacco at a medical conference. The doctor married the Lord Mayors daughter and embarked on empire building. In 1686, the king granted Coxe the right to buy and govern one million...

By: Hunter McKee NORMAN, Okla. - Several Oklahomans received their vaccine Tuesday, as Cleveland County hosted its first clinic for those in phase 2, which includes people who are 65 and older. The Cleveland County Health Department said it was able to vaccinate close to 1,000 people. Its a huge relief for those whove waited months for the shot. “Since last March we have been staying in the house except the grocery store and to get our necessary drugs,” said Norman resident David Bell. T...