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(3) Investment in Savoy (Savoy Energy)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2012
Savoy Energy
 
Equity Investment In Savoy
(3)           Investment in Savoy

We own a 45% interest in Savoy Energy L.P., a private company engaged in the oil and gas business primarily in the State of Michigan. Savoy uses the successful efforts method of accounting.  We account for our interest using the equity method of accounting.

Below (in thousands) to the 100% are a condensed balance sheet at September 30, 2012 and a condensed statement of operations for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 and 2011.

Condensed Balance Sheet

       
   
2012
 
       
Current assets
  $ 16,610  
Oil and gas properties, net
    21,887  
    $ 38,497  
         
Total liabilities
  $ 9,396  
Partners' capital
    29,101  
    $ 38,497  

Condensed Statement of Operations

             
   
2012
   
2011
 
             
Revenue
  $ 24,585     $ 22,802  
Expenses
    (17,931 )     (13,755 )
Net  income
  $ 6,654     $ 9,047