Businessman and Philanthropist. He amassed a fortune so large he was listed in a 1996 study as one of the 25 most wealthy individuals in US history. He was a major holder in John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil Trust, and had numerous investments of his own in copper, steel, natural gas, coal, and railroads. Rogers donated money to numerous individuals and organizations, much of it anonymously. His diverse friendships included Mark Twain, Ida Tarbell, Helen Keller, and Booker T. Washington.
Businessman and Philanthropist. He amassed a fortune so large he was listed in a 1996 study as one of the 25 most wealthy individuals in US history. He was a major holder in John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil Trust, and had numerous investments of his own in copper, steel, natural gas, coal, and railroads. Rogers donated money to numerous individuals and organizations, much of it anonymously. His diverse friendships included Mark Twain, Ida Tarbell, Helen Keller, and Booker T. Washington.
Bio by: Bill McKern
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