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THIS MONTH IN PETROLEUM HISTORY

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This Week in Petroleum History, August 13 – 19

Phillips Petroleum sponsors the winning plane in a dangerous 1927 Pacific air race. Read More

This Week in Petroleum History, August 6 – 12

Howard Hughes Sr. patents a dual-cone bit in 1909 and transforms drilling. Read More

This Week in Petroleum History, July 30 – August 5

Discovered in 1769, the La Rancho Brea “tar pits” are really asphalt. Read More

This Week in Petroleum History, July 16 – 22

A 19th century petroleum product fueled the rocket that sent men to the moon. Read More

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Buffalo Bill Shoshone Oil Company

Col. William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody’s legacy extends beyond his Wild West show. Learn about his exploration into the oil business. Read More

Blue Flame Natural Gas Rocket Car

The Blue Flame – Natural Gas Rocket Car: On October 23, 1970, natural gas powered the Blue Flame into the world land-speed record books. Read More

A well on Ferne Houseknecht’s farm revealed a giant Michigan oilfield in 1957. Read More

Is my Old Oil Stock worth Anything?

An old petroleum stock certificate’s vignette is often its best value for scripophily – certificates as collectibles. Read More

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