William Myron Keck (1880–1964) was an Americanoilentrepreneur and philanthropist who is now best known for giving his name to the W. M. Keck Foundation, one of the largest philanthropic foundations in the United States. In 1921, Keck founded the Superior Oil Company in Coalinga, California. In 1954, he founded the W. M. Keck Foundation. 1880 (MDCCCLXXX) was a leap year starting on Thursday (see link for calendar). ... 1964 (MCMLXIV) was a leap year starting on Wednesday (the link is to a full 1964 calendar). ... Pumpjack pumping an oil well near Sarnia, Ontario Petroleum (from Greek petra – rock and elaion – oil or Latin oleum – oil ) or crude oil, sometimes colloquially called black gold, is a thick, dark brown or greenish liquid. ... It has been suggested that Entrepreneurial mindset be merged into this article or section. ... A philanthropist is someone who devotes his/her time, money, or effort towards helping others. ... The W. M. Keck Foundation is an American charitable foundation supporting scientific, engineering, and medical research in the United States. ... A Foundation is a type of philanthropic organization set up by either individuals or institutions as a legal entity (either as a corporation or trust) with the purpose of distributing grants to support causes in line with the goals of the foundation. ... 1921 (MCMXXI) was a common year starting on Saturday (see link for calendar). ... Superior Oil Company (1921–1984) was an independent American oil company that is now part of ExxonMobil. ... Coalinga is a city located in Fresno County, California. ... 1954 (MCMLIV) was a common year starting on Friday of the Gregorian calendar. ... The W. M. Keck Foundation is an American charitable foundation supporting scientific, engineering, and medical research in the United States. ...
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