Oliver Ames

American Governor and financier

Oliver Ames - American Governor and financier
Born

February 4th, 1831
194 years ago

Died

1895
130 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 35th Governor of Massachusetts from 1887 to 1890. Engaged in the iron business and was instrumental in the establishment of a significant railroad company. Contributed to the Republican Party's development during his political career. Advocated for various infrastructure improvements while in office.

Governed Massachusetts from 1887 to 1890

Active in the iron industry

Promoted railroad expansion

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