James Hood Wright | |
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 James Hood Wright, c. 1890 | |
| Born | November 4, 1836 |
| Died | November 12, 1894 (aged 58) New York City, U.S. |
| Resting place | Woodlawn Cemetery, Bronx, New York City |
| Employer | Drexel, Morgan & Company |
| Spouse |
Mary Robinson (m. 1881) |
| Parent(s) | William Wright Sarah Hood Wright |
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 reorganizer of US railroads. 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 facilitated investment in Thomas Edison's electrical enterprises and technology. Wright became wealthy in his business operations and was known as a philanthropist in New York City. At the time of his death, interest in his finances set off national media reporting on the size and disposition of his estate.