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C. K. G. Billings

Cornelius Kingsley Garrison Billings (September 17, 1861 – May 6, 1937) was an American industrialist tycoon,[1] philanthropist, art collector, and a noted horseman and horse breeder.[2][3] Billings invested much of his time and money promoting the sport of trotting, also known as "harness racing" or "matinee racing".[3]

C. K. G. Billings

(1861-09-17)September 17, 1861

Saratoga Springs, New York, U.S.

May 6, 1937(1937-05-06) (aged 75)

Santa Barbara, California, U.S.

Graceland Cemetery, Chicago, Illinois

The Billings estate and mansion in Upper Manhattan was the setting for the mystery The Dragon Murder Case by S. S. Van Dine.[33]

Philo Vance

The CKG Billings Amateur Driving Series, a trotting event, is named for Billings.[35]

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at Internet Archive

Works by or about C. K. G. Billings

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CKG Billings Estate