Guide to W. P. Fife Papers
Collection Summary
Title: W. P. Fife Papers Call Number: MS 94-13 Size: 0.25 linear feet Acquisition: Purchased from Michael Heaston, December 1993. Processed by: JEO: 2/2/1994; Reprocessed by JEF: 4/27/1998
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This collection of W. P. Fife's papers contains promotional information regarding investment securities and purchase of stock in the Great Western Oil Refinery and Pipe Line Company. These reports and letters to potential investors, all dated 1906, urge investments in the refinery located in Erie, Kansas, and they represents the investment fervor surrounding the growing Kansas oil industry in the early 20th century. Included are references for Fife and a biographical sketch outlining his business connections and former career as an evangelist.
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FF 1 |
“Personal Letter” dated June 25, 1904 from W. P. Fife to potential investors outlining the opportunities in buying shares and the “Quick Dividends” available on investments. |
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FF 2 |
Copy of Kansas Journal article dated January 12, 1905 on Fife and his interest in Kansas oil industry. Included is a description of his previous activities including being an evangelist. |
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FF 3 |
A pamphlet dated March 1, 1906 from the office of “W. P. Fife, Mining and Oil Operator” describing refinery at Erie and investment possibilities. Included are projections for future profit on investment, outline of current success of Oil refinery, and organization of the company. Is clearly an appeal for stock purchases. |
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A pamphlet, dated March 29, 1906, outlining stock and operation of the Great Western Oil Refinery and Pipe Line Company: Showcased are references for Fife and the company along with letters from current stockholders promoting investment. |
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FF 5 |
Report on operation of refinery and appeal for investment promising great returns in stock dated April 11, 1906. |
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FF 6 |
“Personal Letter” from Fife amounting to a stock purchase certificate for potential investors. Includes an encapsulation of business methods and hopes of contracting to Standard Oil. |
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FF 7 |
Pamphlet appealing to investors in Fife's refinery. Includes references, projected stock dividends and progress report. |