The Story of Petroleum
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The Story of Petroleum

Reel 1, an oil field is located, drilled, brought in, and pumped. Shows the Garber Field in Oklahoma. Reel 2 shows how pipe is laid and cleaned. One section crosses the Red River. Includes views of an oil camp and of a casinghead gasoline extraction plant. Reel 3, oil is distilled at a refinery. Reel 4, wax is removed from oil, processed, and prepared for distribution. Oil products are carried in tank cars, trucks, barges, and ships.

Overview

Release Date
Oct 30, 1923
Original Title
The Story of Petroleum
Runtime
25 minutes
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Language
en
Production Companies
Department of the Interior, United States Bureau of Mines
Production Countries
United States of America