And Up Through the Ground Came a Bubblin' Crude"

Fri, 07 Nov, 2025 at 07:00 pm UTC-05:00

Johnson-Phinney House 22 W. Second Street Monroe, Michigan 48161 | Monroe

Monroe County Historical Society
Publisher/HostMonroe County Historical Society
And Up Through the Ground Came a Bubblin' Crude"
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Rick Grassley gives a presentation that explores the fascinating history of oil and gas exploration and discovery in Monroe County, focusing primarily on the 1920's and 1930's. Our story, however, begins in the 1860's and stretches all the way to the present day. We'll delve into nearly every township, highlighting familiar Monroe County families, while also introducing you to new characters and surprising stories from our rich local past.
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Johnson-Phinney House 22 W. Second Street Monroe, Michigan 48161, 22 W 2nd St, Monroe, MI 48161-2326, United States

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