Dallas, Tex.
Subject
Subject Source: Sears
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Beaumont Chamber of Commerce Records
Collection
Identifier: AC-068
Abstract
The Beaumont Chamber of Commerce was organized on January 22, 1903, at a meeting attended by at least 165 people shortly after the Lucas Oil gusher was discovered in 1901. The subsequent activity at the Spindletop Hill oil field brought increased population and interest to the city, necessitating a chamber of commerce. The Chamber has been instrumental in the promotion and development of Beaumont and its industry, including the Port of Beaumont and the deep water (Neches River) shipping...
Dates:
1924-2006, bulk 1950-1980
Found in:
Tyrrell Historical Library Archives
