Oil was first discovered, on accident, in 1859 near Salina, Oklahoma. In 1907, Oklahoma produced more oil than any other territory or state and Oklahoma wasn't even a state yet.
A. Mulberry Trees
Silk originated from Northern China, silkworms were usually found there in mulberry trees
Now I'm not positive but I think they had serps (slaves), the working conditions weren't great but they were getting better
