He owns gold mines, large coffee and banana farms, is the second largest dealer in mahogany in the world, owns a bank and pays his employees $200,000 a year.

His wealth is estimated at $70,000,000.

He was the property of the Uptons, of Dadeville, Ala.

He contributes largely to educational institutions, has erected hospitals, etc.

He is sought for his advice by the government whenever a bond issue, etc., is to be made.