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Paper, Silver, Gold . . . Oil Anniversary!
This week is the 155TH anniversary of the discovery of oil in Titusville, PA. Edwin Drake drilled the first oil well on August 27, 1857 and launched what would become the modern petroleum industry. Are you interested in learning more … Continue reading
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