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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1922
Page
14
Fragmentary OCR reports multiple oil fields near Tampico Mexico with production figures, extensions, and new wells. Names include Aguile, Toteco, and Bragdan fields. Bragdan and Connery venture linked to Boston Leasing. Gulf and Mexican companies pushing new wells and extensions amid uncertain yields and territorial claims.
The report outlines shifts in oil valuation and transport costs, noting a state assessor setting a 700 dollar valuation with adjustments. It mentions the Gulf Production Company mobility in Panhandle, rising output, and a railway rate change of 12.50 per car for petroleum and fuels. It cites drilling plans in Genantes county and multiple operator activities across Texas and neighboring regions.
Fragmentary legal notes describe petitions involving Sanchez and others with references to sheriffs, judges, and possible examinations. The text names Tobin Waters Pounte Aesop and various correspondents, hinting at a pending filing and potential testimony while noting confusion and unclear outcomes.
Reports from Corpus Christi indicate ongoing drilling at White Point where the oil and gas project, operated by White Point Oil & Gas Co, approaches the first gas stage. Field manager Wallace notes pockets of gas and heavy strata expected around 400 to 600 feet, with operations proceeding slowly through the gas zone.
An OCR fragment discusses production taxes in Texas over two years totaling 5,609,950 dollars. It mentions individuals and entities in unfamiliar spellings and garbled phrases about state actions, governance, and industry actors. The readable core notes a large tax figure and implied regulatory or economic context, but many details are unreadable.
A tax official in Cavite files a civil action involving multiple named parties amid an investigation and ongoing legal proceedings. The document references revenue controls, Vermon Faxes, a Jeet Whines plaintiff, and entities in a widening dispute across Ansin, Asin sot, and other locales.
Analysts say crude prices will stay high despite a surge in production from Oklahoma and Kansas fields. Production from Henryetta may reach 60,000 barrels daily while Bristow declines. overall state output nears peak, influenced by strong demand and large company activity.
A garbled report describes a theft of a valuable ring weighing about a quarter ounce of Karat. The incident mentions suspects Ara, Hahert, Adi, IANO Mane and Minnie, with a dramatic sequence at a Mawndoien hedet Ble. Detective Lee Lok is noted as handling therapeutic remedial concerns at 2240.
The document records an official political bid by Agricultural Commissioner Terrell for a second term. He emphasizes unifying allied departments, continuing economical administration, and public service improvements in inspection, nursery stock, farm products, and markets. He argues past appropriations limited gains and pledges tighter economy to benefit taxpayers.
The report describes establishing a new well and related operations. It mentions engineers and managers arranging equipment, safety checks, and anticipated timelines. Details include a sinking operation, trenching, and a derrick setup at the site with a completion target and regulatory constraints.
San Angelo Feb 25 1954 reports Morrison No 2 well in Mitchell county shows initial flow with daily output around three barrels. Nearby wells in Ruselle and Colorado counties planned completions and expansions as oil activity rises across several Texas counties amid ongoing exploration and pipeline considerations.
Tulsa Oklahoma December 26 Market for oil products showed little change despite crude gains. Kerosene prices rose slightly while gasoline and fuel oil held near steady levels as refinery shutdowns in Oklahoma reduce current supply and hint at potential price support. Large gasoline and kerosene stocks remain a factor. refiners and jobbers expect to adjust output to sustain prices.
Report describes ongoing oil test developments near Eagle's Pass with Brooks and Wagle referenced. The text mentions industry activity, weather, and potential market impact as leaders comment on progress and future plans.
A February report from the Oil Weekly shows Texas leading U S crude production with a daily average of 400 880 barrels for the week ending February 18. Louisiana follows with 823 950 barrels, California at 310 000, while national daily output nears one million barrels as oil fields push total production higher amid new developments and pipeline activity.
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