William G. Twyman

William G. Twyman {July 22, 1881 - Jan 2, 1968} was the mayor of Poteau, Oklahoma from 1940–1942. Mr. Twyman was also instrumental in the development of the Wister Dam which is the main water source for Leflore County and was selected as the State Insurance Commissioner for the state of Oklahoma by Gov. Robert Kerr and served in that capacity from 1942–1948.

Twyman Park in Poteau was named in his honor. The park is registered with the National Historical Places. The park contains one of the few rock construction bath houses in the country.

Mr. Twyman married Georgia May Sloan of Armstrong, Missouri on May 29, 1909. They had two daughters, Reba Frances Conrad and Billie Joe Reynolds. The parish hall at the 1st Presbyterian Church in Poteau is dedicated to Mrs. Twyman.

Twyman Park (added 1988 - District - #88001402) West St., Poteau Historic Significance: Event, Architecture/Engineering Architect, builder, or engineer: Works Progress Administration Architectural Style: Romanesque Area of Significance: Architecture, Social History, Economics, Entertainment/Recreation Period of Significance: 1925-1949 Owner: Local Gov't Historic Function: Domestic, Landscape, Recreation And Culture Historic Sub-function: Outdoor Recreation, Single Dwelling, Street Furniture/Object Current Function: Landscape, Recreation And Culture Current Sub-function: Outdoor Recreation, Street Furniture/Object