Title: Morton F. Plant and the Connecticut shoreline : philanthropy in the gilded age /
Authors: MacDonald, Gail B.
Year: 2017
Subjects: Plant, Morton F.,; Plant, Morton F.,; Capitalists and financiers Connecticut Biography.; Philanthropists Connecticut Biography.; Capitalists and financiers; Philanthropists.; Connecticut
Abstract: Gilded Age financier Morton F. Plant inherited his father's transportation empire determined to improve his community. A dreamer eager to invest in innovative technology and grass-roots community causes alike, Plant's influence ran deep on the Connecticut shoreline prior to World War I, and his legacy remains prominent. Plant's summer mansion, Branford House, is one of southeastern Connecticut's iconic landmarks. He was instrumental in founding the prestigious Connecticut College. And the Shennecossett Golf Club he developed as part of his summer resort is a popular public course.
Contents: Morton F. Plant, man of influence -- The times that shaped Plant -- The yachting life -- A shoreline estate -- Model farms -- Play ball! -- A shoreline trolley -- Luxury resort at Eastern Point -- A sportsmen's retreat -- A college for women -- Gifts for the community -- Philantrhopy and tragedy -- The spirit of the man.