Walter M. Jeffords Sr.
Walter M. Jeffords | |
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| Born | August 8, 1883 |
| Died | September 28, 1960 (aged 77) Glen Riddle, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Education | Yale University |
| Occupation | Businessman, Thoroughbred horse owner/breeder |
| Known for | Exemplar of Racing, |
| Board member of | National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, |
| Spouse(s) | Sarah Dobson Fiske |
| Children | |
Walter Morrison Jeffords Sr. (August 8, 1883 – September 28, 1960) was a successful Investment banker and owner/breeder of Thoroughbred racehorses who, in partnership with his wife's uncle, Samuel Riddle, purchased and operated near Lexington Kentucky where they stood Man o' War.[1]
Jeffords is one of only five people to be named an Exemplar of Racing by the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame.[2]
His former estate is now Ridley Creek State Park.
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