Harry Ford Sinclair
American businessman and oilman (1876-1956) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Harry Ford Sinclair (July 6, 1876 – November 10, 1956) was an American industrialist, and the founder of Sinclair Oil. He was implicated in the 1920s Teapot Dome scandal, and served six months in prison for contempt of Congress. Although this harmed his reputation, he returned to his former life and enjoyed its prosperity until his death.[1]
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Harry Ford Sinclair | |
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Born | (1876-07-06)July 6, 1876 Benwood, West Virginia, U.S. |
Died | November 10, 1956(1956-11-10) (aged 80) Pasadena, California, U.S. |
Known for | Founder of Sinclair Oil |
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Sinclair was an avid owner of sports properties, one of the principal financial backers of baseball's Federal League and a force in U.S. thoroughbred racing.[citation needed] Horses from his stable won the Kentucky Derby and three Belmont Stakes.[citation needed]