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As a young man, O'Day ventured independently, working as a railroad laborer in Buffalo before entering the nascent oil industry in Pennsylvania. His foresight and innovative ideas, especially his advocacy for pipeline transportation over traditional barrels, revolutionized the industry. He played a significant role in developing some of the earliest pipelines connecting oil fields in Pennsylvania, forming the Union Pipeline System which was later integrated into Standard Oil’s national network. These contributions earned him a fortune and a reputation as a pioneer in efficiency and infrastructure.