Warren C. Platt Oilgram News periodicals, 1942-1959
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Platt, Warren C.
- Title
- Warren C. Platt Oilgram News periodicals
- Dates
- 1942-1959 (inclusive)19421959
- Quantity
- 11 cubic feet (11 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 11338
- Summary
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Platt's Oilgram News was a daily newspaper containing information concerning the petroleum industry. It listed prices for petroleum products, as well as regional reports. It was originally published by W. C. Platt Company but was purchased in 1953 by McGraw Hill Company. The newspaper was published under the names Platt's Oilgram News, Platt's Oilgram News Service, and Platt's Oilgram Price Service.
Content Description
The Warren C. Platt Oilgram News collection contains daily editions of Platt's Oilgram News, Platt's Oilgram News Service, and Platt's Oilgram Price Service from 1942-1959. The 1942-1945 editions contain information about rationing, production, and transportation during WW II.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Petroleum industry and trade -- United States -- Periodicals.
Corporate Names
- W. C. Platt Company.
Other Creators
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Corporate Names
- Platt's Oilgram News Service.
- Platt's Oilgram News.
- Platt's Oilgram Price Service.
