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                Reviews Fischer-Tropsch process development in Germany and its possible application in the United States.  Either coal or natural gas can be utilized, but the latter is believed to be simpler and cheaper to operate.  3.5-5 gal. of gasoline are obtainable from 1,000 cu. ft. gas.  One of the developments in this country is an Fe catalyst which gives a higher octane product and oxygenated materials.