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John's Investment in the Oil Industry Will Pay Off
John, owner of an oil refinery in Ohio, wanted to expand his business. He convinced maurice that investing more money would help him grow the company. John learned how to convert agricultural waste into fertilizer and sell it to farmers. The refining process became so efficient he was able to ship barrels himself. In 18 63, as demand for oil continued to rise, john realized there were not enough barrels to go around. As a result, the union army used refined oil to treat wounds on the battlefield.