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PA Historical Marker- The Grandin Well
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The Grandin Well
in Pennsylvania Historical Markers
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Szuchie
N 41° 40.616 W 079° 25.013
17T E 631773 N 4615118
Quick Description: A historical marker outlining the success and struggle of drilling for oil in Pennsylvania.
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 2/16/2008 3:09:19 AM
Waymark Code: WM35YC
Published By: Groundspeak Premium Member Gosffo
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Long Description:
THE GRANDIN WELL
At oil spring across river at this point J.L. Grandin began second well drilled specifically for oil, Aug., 1859, after Drake's success. It was dry, showing risks involved in oil drilling.
Marker Name: Grandin Well, The
County: Warren
Date Dedicated: 07/15/1959
Marker Type: Roadside
Location: U.S. 62, .4 mile S of Allegheny River Bridge near Tidioute
Category: Business & Industry, Oil
Website: Not listed
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| Date | 1/1/2006 5:00:11 PM |
| File name | PA Historical Marker- The Grandin Well.jpg |
| File Size | 126.27k |
| Dimensions | 450 x 450 |
| Linked to | Grandin, J. L. |
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