Oliver Ames Jr.
American railroad executive (1807–1877) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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This article is about the president of Union Pacific Railroad. For other people named Oliver Ames, see Oliver Ames (disambiguation).
Oliver Ames Jr. (November 5, 1807 – March 9, 1877) was president of Union Pacific Railroad when the railroad met the Central Pacific Railroad in Utah for the completion of the First transcontinental railroad in North America.
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Born | (1807-11-05)November 5, 1807 |
Died | March 9, 1877(1877-03-09) (aged 69) |
Occupation(s) | Businessman, railroad executive |
Years active | 1844-1871 |
Known for | Co-owner of Ames Shovel Shop President of Union Pacific Railroad |
Spouse | Sarah Lothrop |
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Honors | Oliver and Oakes Ames Monument, near Laramie, Wyoming Ames Free Library |
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