Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 3, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 12 January 1918 — Government Will Take Control of Oil Supply. [ARTICLE]

Government Will Take Control of Oil Supply.

The government, through the fuel administration, is preparing to take control of the oil supply. A man has been selected to take charge and his name will be made public with the announcement of the government’s decision. It is understood that the government’s plans are not fully matured and will not be until the new appointee makes an investigation. Licensing of the oil industry from the wells to the wholesaler is contemplated.