MAP OF THE WHITTIER-OLINDA OIL FIELD

Object/Artifact

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Homestead Museum

Name/Title

"MAP OF THE WHITTIER-OLINDA OIL FIELD"

Entry/Object ID

2005.484.1.4

Description

MAPS, "MAP OF THE WHITTIER-OLINDA OIL FIELD," from the book, "Petroleum in Southern California, issued by the California State Mining Bureau, 1913. The item shows fields from Whittier on the west to Olinda and the Orange/San Bernardino County border on the east. Township and section markings, rancho boundaries, major roads and railroads, and other features are noted along with oil company holdings and well sites. Other than original folds, a few creases and some yellowing, the item is free from wear and damage and is in good condition.

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Search Terms

California State Mining Bureau, Petroleum industry and trade--California, Southern, Petroleum--Prospecting--California, Southern

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Object Name

Maps