

MovieReleasedDocumentary
The Story of Petroleum
Rating6.7/10
Release1923
Runtime25m
Votes3
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.
Original Language
en
Release Date
October 30, 1923
Popularity
0
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DE
Department of the Interior
UN
United States Bureau of Mines












