George D. Widener Jr.

George D. Widener Jr.
Born(1889-03-11)March 11, 1889
New York City, U.S.
DiedDecember 8, 1971(1971-12-08) (aged 82)
Whitemarsh, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Occupation(s)Businessman, philanthropist, racehorse owner/breeder
Spouse
Jessie Sloane Dodge
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(m. 1917; died 1968)​
Children1 stepdaughter
Parent(s)George Dunton Widener &
Eleanor Elkins
Honors

George Dunton Widener Jr. (March 11, 1889 – December 8, 1971) was an American businessman and thoroughbred racehorse owner; one of only five people ever designated "Exemplars of Racing" by the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame.[1]

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