Edward O’Toole (December 27, 1866 – October 2, 1940) was an American businessman and the first general superintendent U.S. Coal & Coke Company, a subsidiary of U.S. Steel Corporation. His leadership contributed to rapid economic development in southern West Virginia. O’Toole served on the staffs of two West Virginia governors, held the position of President of the Adkins District School Board, and played a key role in organizing multiple national banks. Internationally recognized as an authority in his field, he traveled around the world advising on various mining operations. He later built a movie studio in Florida and served as an executive for Colonnade Pictures Corporation.
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