1933 and 1934 were transformative years: after Max Fisher secured Henry Wenger's investment, he acquired used equipment from The Ohio Oil Company and land from his father's company, Keystone. Max oversaw the construction of the new Aurora refining plant, which was immediately successful, turning a profit in its first month.
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January 1, 1933
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The Aurora Gasoline Company refinery in Detroit

January 1, 1950

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The Aurora Gasoline Company refinery in Detroit
Credit: Max M. & Marjorie S. Fisher Foundation

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1931-1953