Oliver Ames, Sr.

Oliver Ames, Sr., or "Old Oliver", (April 11, 1779–September 11, 1863) was the family patriarch of the Ames family of Easton, Massachusetts. He established the family shovel business, which over generations grew to become one of the largest family fortunes in New England.

Oliver Ames, Sr.

Oliver Ames, Sr., or "Old Oliver", (April 11, 1779–September 11, 1863) was the family patriarch of the Ames family of Easton, Massachusetts. He established the family shovel business, which over generations grew to become one of the largest family fortunes in New England.