1831 - 1895
Oliver Ames American Philanthropist
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| Birthday |
4th February, 1831
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| Birthplace |
Easton, Massachusetts
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| Died |
22nd October, 1895
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| Place of Death |
Easton, Massachusetts
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| Zodiac Sign |
Aquarius
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| Nationality |
American
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| Occupation |
Philanthropist
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Oliver Ames (February 4, 1831 – October 22, 1895) was an American businessman, investor, politician, and philanthropist from Massachusetts. He was the son of Oakes Ames (1804–1873), a railroad tycoon behind the construction of the Union Pacific Railroad (UP) who was notably censured in the Credit Mobilier scandal for actions taken while a United States Congressman. Ames was executor of his father's estate, and took over many of his business interests. A Republican, he served as the 35th Governor of Massachusetts (1887–1890). He was a major philanthropist, especially in his hometown of Easton, which is graced by a number of architecturally significant works by H.H. Richardson as a result of his influence.
