Brownfield Airport Dedication [Cover]

Object/Artifact

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The Lew Anvil Collection

Name/Title

Brownfield Airport Dedication [Cover]

Description

Cover postmarked on November 2, 1958, for the dedication of the Brownfield Airport. Signed by the Mayor.

Context

In 1950 diversified agriculture was still the main occupation, but oilfields had attracted petroleum industries as well. The town's population increased from 6,160 in 1950 to 10,286 in 1960, causing the need for an airport.