Thomas A. Scott
This goo was worth a point in January 2024.
publication date: Friday, January 19, 2024 (part of January 2024)
category: 
Business
clue: If you've ever owned the second railroad in Monopoly, then you have something in common with this Abraham Lincoln war adviser and reviled "robber baron" of industry.
explanation: Scott served as the Assistant Secretary of War during the Lincoln administration. His work expanding the U.S. railroad network led him into a career in that industry, including leading the Pennsylvania Railroad company from 1874-1880, during which time his union-busting made him a notorious figure. more…
intended difficulty: medium
solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, LaVonne Lemler, Chris Lemler, Richard Slominsky, and Erik Bates
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