Files of J. Howard Pew, 1918-1947.

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Files of J. Howard Pew, 1918-1947.

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J. Howard Pew's presidential files document all aspects of Sun Company operations from 1918-1947. Files describe exploration and drilling, the work done at the Marcus Hook refinery, industrial research, the development of the Houdry process, and other processes of manufacturing. There is also information on Sun's managerial structure, corporate strategies, and personnel policies. Records document the company's patenting strategy and the patent infringement suits that it was involved in.

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Hagley Museum & Library

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Hagley Museum & Library

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