Tag Archives: oil

The Iran Fiasco

Posted on April 2, 2026 by Allen Mesch

Every day, there seem to be promises of a resolution to the Iran War. And every day, Iran demonstrates its tenacity in refusing to surrender. I am sure that our rival nations (Russia and China) are having a good laugh … Continue reading →

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The Hidden Oil Rigs of L.A.

Posted on August 7, 2024 by Allen Mesch

Before Los Angeles was known for making movies, it was known for making something else; oil. Believe it or not, L.A. used to be a small seaside town until the late 1800s. In 1892, Edward L. Doheny discovered the first … Continue reading →

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