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Clifton, Allen J., fl. 1865 to his mother

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05802.02 Author/Creator: Clifton, Allen J., fl. 1865 Place Written: Petroleum Centre, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 13 November 1865 Pagination: 3 p. : Height: 20.5 cm, Width: 25.8 cm Order a Copy

Mentions that it just snowed but that previously the weather had been pleasant for awhile. States that the water pipes to the refineries froze and busted. Advises that crude oil is worth $7 a barrel. Mentions that the area is just being developed and a few wells have been built. Informs that he will bring some crude oil to help her with her rheumatism.

Clifton, Allen J., fl. 1865

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