Royal C. Taft

Royal Chapin Taft ( born February 14, 1823 in Northbridge, Worcester County, Massachusetts, † June 4, 1912 ) was an American politician and 1888-1889 Governor of the State of Rhode Iceland.

Early years

After leaving school, taffeta rose for several years in the textile business where he sold products made ​​from tree or sheep's wool in Rhode Iceland and Connecticut. He became a member of the Republican Party. Between 1855 and 1856 he was a member of the City Council of Providence.

Political and business career

Taft was a successful businessman. He became president of the Merchant's National Bank of Providence and the Boston and Providence Railroad. He also served on the boards of other banks and railroads. In 1888 he was elected against the incumbent John Davis as the new governor of his state. His one-year term began on May 29, 1888. During this time, electoral reform was carried out. It was also discussed about the enlargement of the Marine Division of the National Guard. Due to its many business activities renounced Taft in 1889 on a bid again.

Further CV

After the end of his governorship to Taft devoted intensively its shops. He was also interested in art and entertained himself an extensive private art collection. Parts of it later went to various public institutions in Rhode Iceland. Royal Taft died in June 1912., With his wife Mary Frances Aimington he had four children.