Speaker: Glenn Felderhoff
TITLE: History of Oil & Gas in North Texas
ABSTRACT: Embark on a thrilling journey through the dynamic saga of North Texas’ oil and gas evolution! Uncover the riveting history that began with a groundbreaking strike in Petrolia in 1904 and escalated into a frenzy of discoveries in Electra, Breckenridge, Ranger, Desdemona, Burkburnett, and Nocona. Join us as we delve into the heart of the oil and gas industry’s meteoric rise, transforming North Texas into a bustling industrial hub that captivated job seekers and fortune hunters alike.
Picture the landscape as giants like Gulf, Shell, Texaco, Humble, Continental, Cities Service, Superior, Warren Phillips, and Sinclair established regional offices in Wichita Falls, fueling an economic boom that resonated far beyond the oilfields. Witness the birth of iconic companies like Halliburton, Lone Star Gas, and Hilton Hotels, born from the crucible of innovation spurred by the oil business.
This isn’t just a history lesson; it’s a gripping tale of how the black gold rush propelled Texas from an agrarian society to an industrial powerhouse. Brace yourself for a captivating exploration into the forces that shaped North Texas and paved the way for an era of unprecedented growth and prosperity.
BIO: Glenn Felderhoff was born and raised in Muenster, Texas. At the age of 15 he started roughnecking on his uncle’s rigs. Graduated from North Texas University where he received a BBA in Finance and then a Master’s of Science in Geology from Stephen F. Austin University. After graduating from college he went to work for Gulf Oil Company. In 1984 Glenn went to work for Western Chief Oil & Gas in Graham, Texas. Since 1987 Glenn has been an independent geologist in Graham, Texas.