William E. Applegate

William E. Applegate
Applegate in an 1896 publication
Born(1851-12-18)December 18, 1851
Georgetown, Kentucky, U.S.
DiedMay 13, 1928(1928-05-13) (aged 76)
Occupations
  • Bookmaker
  • breeder
  • racer
  • businessman
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William E. Applegate (December 18, 1851 – May 13, 1928) was an American turfman, involved in the horse racing industry for over fifty years.[1] He was known as a bookmaker, breeder, racer and track owner.[1] At one time, Applegate was owner of Churchill Downs, Latonia and one of the builders of Oakley Racetrack in Cincinnati, Ohio.[2]

  1. ^ a b "Death Summons Turf Veteran". Louisville-Herald Post. May 14, 1928.
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