Is there any proof on how Gatsby made his money? As of late, I've had a deep fascination on Fitzgerald's book. Usually I get bored of the books we read in school (meaning I don't read them) but The Great Gatsby was one of the few that I genuinely liked. Probably because I feel as if I can relate to Jay Gatsby. I tend to be very ambitious, and of the few goals I have, I'm very passionate about making those goals a reality. 

That being said, I really don't think Gatsby is corrupt. Given the schedule he had as a mere 17-year-old boy, I don't think the way he made a fortune was illegal. Outside of Tom trying to belittle Gatsby, was there any rock solid proof that Gatsby really did make his money off illegal means? I'm not sure if Tom can be trusted, as he does feel jealous that Gatsby could take away Daisy. 