Paul Ryan papers, 1920-1952
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Ryan, Paul
- Title
- Paul Ryan papers
- Dates
- 1920-1952 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- 0.45 cubic ft. (1 box)
- Collection Number
- 05734
- Summary
- Papers of an American petroleum executive and member of the U.S. Petroleum Industry War Council during World War II.
- 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
Paul Ryan (b. 1900) was a petroleum executive and consultant with Warren Petroleum, Prairie Oil and Gas, and Shell Petroleum Corporation from 1927 to 1938. In 1938, he became president and chief executive of National Refining Company from 1938 to 1941. After a disabling airplane crash, he was a member of the Petroleum Industry War Council from 1942 to 1945. He later became a consultant and performed public service roles. At one time, he was a consultant in sales management and sales promotion.
Content Description
The collection contains biographical information, correspondence (1936-1944), manuscripts by Ryan, photographs, speeches (1932-1944), and printed material.
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
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The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container lists to a more accessible format. This link is to an older version of a container list.
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Description: Link to Container List (PDF)
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Petroleum -- Political aspects -- United States.
- Petroleum industry and trade -- Economic aspects.
- Petroleum industry and trade -- Government policy -- United States.
- Petroleum industry and trade -- Public relations.
- Petroleum industry and trade -- United States -- Economic conditions -- 20th century.
- Petroleum industry and trade -- United States -- Management.
- World War, 1939-1945 -- Economic aspects -- United States.
- World War, 1939-1945 -- United States -- Fuel supplies.
Corporate Names
- National Refining Company.
- Petroleum Industry War Council (U.S.)
- Shell Oil Company.
