Condition: Used

Original April 1931 Magnolia Oil News “Founders’ Number” published by the Magnolia Petroleum Company. Copyright records confirm the April 1931 special Founders’ issue and identify Magnolia Petroleum Co. of Dallas as the publisher.

This illustrated company magazine is a strong piece of early petroleum-industry and petroliana history. Interior content shown includes company history, early Magnolia operations, petroleum refining, officers and directors, historic facilities, vehicles, and period photographs.

Item Details:

• Publication: Magnolia Oil News
• Special Issue: Founders’ Number
• Date: April 1931
• Publisher/Brand: Magnolia Petroleum Company
• Language: English
• Country: United States
• Format: Softcover company magazine/booklet
• Features: Illustrated with period photographs and company information
• Topics: Petroleum industry, oil refining, corporate history, Texas history, petroliana
• Original/Reproduction: Original period publication

Condition Notes: Noticeable age and handling wear throughout. Cover has edge and corner wear, rubbing, creasing, small edge losses/tears, and substantial wear along the spine. Interior pages show expected age toning and some edge wear but remain readable based on the photos. Completeness has not been independently page-counted, so please review the photographs carefully for exact contents and condition.

Please inspect all photos before purchasing, and feel free to ask any questions.