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A view of The Shoe and Leather Petroleum Company and the Foster Farm Oil Company situated on lower Pioneer Run, Pennsylvania. Photograph, c1895
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A view of The Shoe and Leather Petroleum Company and the Foster Farm Oil Company situated on lower Pioneer Run, Pennsylvania. Photograph, c1895
PENNSYLVANIA: OIL INDUSTRY.
A view of The Shoe and Leather Petroleum Company and the Foster Farm Oil Company situated on lower Pioneer Run, Pennsylvania. Photograph, c1895
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Media ID 8245263
1895 Company Derrick Drilling Hill Industry Oil Well Pennsylvania Petroleum V Iew Turn Of Century
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This vintage photograph captures the bustling oil industry in Pennsylvania during the late 19th century. The image showcases two prominent companies, The Shoe and Leather Petroleum Company and the Foster Farm Oil Company, situated on lower Pioneer Run. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the turn of the century's booming oil business. In this black-and-white print, a drilling derrick stands tall against a picturesque hillside backdrop. Its towering presence symbolizes both progress and prosperity as workers toil diligently below. The North view reveals an expansive landscape dotted with other oil wells, illustrating the magnitude of this thriving industry. The Shoe and Leather Petroleum Company and Foster Farm Oil Company were key players in Pennsylvania's petroleum scene at that time. Their operations contributed significantly to fueling America's growing economy. This snapshot offers viewers a window into history—a moment frozen in time when pioneers sought their fortune beneath Pennsylvania soil. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come since those early days of drilling for liquid gold. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Granger Art on Demand, let us appreciate not only its aesthetic value but also its historical significance—an enduring testament to the relentless pursuit of progress by these pioneering companies in shaping our modern world.
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