James Hood Wright
(1836-1894)
American businessperson
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James Hood Wright (known professionally as J. Hood Wright; November 4, 1836 – November 12, 1894) was an American banker, financier, corporate director, business magnate, and railroad man. He began as a bookkeeper but his management talents led him to becoming a partner in J. P. Morgan's banking firms. He sat on the board of directors for, and reorganized, several railroads. He worked with Thomas Edison in electrical technology and helped finance his enterprises. Wright became wealthy in his business operations and was celebrated as a philanthropist.
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4 November 1836 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
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12 November 1894 (aged 58) New York City, New York, U.S.
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| Zodiac | Scorpio |
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