James J. Hill
- January 9, 2024
- Business Executive
Quick Facts
| Full Name | James J. Hill |
| Occupation | Business Executive |
| Date Of Birth | Sep 16, 1838(1838-09-16) |
| Age | 186 |
| Date Of Death | May 29, 1916, Saint Paul, MN |
| Birthplace | Canada |
| Country | Canada |
| Horoscope | Virgo |
James J. Hill Biography
| Name | James J. Hill |
| Birthday | Sep 16 |
| Birth Year | 1838 |
| Place Of Birth | Canada |
| Birth Country | Canada |
| Birth Sign | Virgo |
| Spouse | Mary Theresa Mehegan |
| Children(s) | Louis W. Hill, Ruth Hill Beard, Mary Francis, MORE |
James J. Hill is one of the most popular and richest Business Executive who was born on September 16, 1838 in Canada, Canada. Railroad tycoon who was an active chief executive officer of a number of lines for the Great Northern Railway. He was nicknamed The Empire Builder.
He is mentioned in the song “Hallelujah! I’m a Bum” by Harry Mcclintock.
He had ten children with Mary Theresa Mehegan who he married in 1867.
James J. Hill Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Business Executive |
| House | Living in own house. |
James J. Hill is one of the richest Business Executive from Canada. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, James J. Hill 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He was blinded in one eye as a child following an incident with a bow and arrow. He built his way up to the railroad empire by first learning about the freight and transportation business and then the coal and steamboat business.
He was helped by J.P. Morgan to gain control of the Northern Pacific Railway.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
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Who is James J. Hill Dating?
According to our records, James J. Hill married to Mary Theresa Mehegan. As of December 1, 2023, James J. Hill’s is not dating anyone.
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Facts & Trivia
James Ranked on the list of most popular Business Executive. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Canada. James J. Hill celebrates birthday on September 16 of every year.
What was James J. Hill best known for?
According to biographer Albro Martin, James J. Hill was “the last and greatest American railroad leader in the heroic era.” The native Canadian’s name became synonymous with railroad innovation and visionary business leadership in the last quarter of the 19th century.
Who is James J. Hill in The Great Gatsby?
In The Great Gatsby, Hill is the man whom Gatsby’s father says Gatsby would have equalled if he had lived long enough. Hill and his railway are mentioned in the Harry McClintock song “Hallelujah, I’m a Bum.”
What did James J. Hill invent?
The Great Northern Railway was a transcontinental railroad system that extended from St. Paul to Seattle. On September 18, 1889, James J. Hill created the Great Northern Railway from the bankrupt St.
What did James J. Hill do with his money?
Because of the money Hill regularly gave to libraries and schools his heirs used part of his fortune to endow the Hill Reference Library in St. Paul, Minnesota.
How much is the James J Hill House Worth?
The house’s total cost, including furnishings and other expenses, came to $931,275.01. The mansion at 240 Summit has a basement, three floors, and an attic.