sentences:  The firm was in serious financial trouble until another company, a distressed oil properties specialist, Harken Energy, purchased Spectrum 7 in 1986.Part of the attraction for Harken's management to purchase Spectrum 7 was having Bush on its team — his father was then vice-president, he had extensive "connections" and knowledge of the oil and gas business.Harken Energy offered Bush a seat on its board of directors along with stock worth about $500,000 at the time.